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lumber

/ˈlʌmbər/ noun · British & US
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What does lumber mean?

noun

Wood, especially rough-cut timber, used for building or furniture making. A person who works with wood, especially in a sawmill or woodworking shop.

Example

"The carpenter used the lumber to build a new bookshelf."

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