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softwood

noun as in tree

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Thermowood, which is heat-treated Scandinavian softwood, is durable and resistant to heat, humidity, and fungi.

The fixed speed doesn’t give it a great deal of versatility but is fast enough for ripping through old paint or varnish and good for sanding store-bought softwoods.

If the sander is only used for paint removal or softwood lumber, variable speed isn’t necessary.

The striking structure, which will be on display until November 21, is a demonstration of their conviction that swift, sloppy softwood construction is the true essence of American architecture.

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Since softwood trees bear cones, they are called coniferous trees.

Softwood or greenwood Cuttings are always rooted under cover; that is, in a greenhouse, coldframe or dwelling house.

Needleleaf, softwood, conifer, and evergreen trees are the same.

It was long the only softwood seriously considered by Northern lumbermen.

I do not know the name of the tree, but I think it was only on one kind, one of the few softwood trees of Cuba.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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