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Sapwood.
Sapwood - as a noun
Newly formed outer wood lying between the cambium and the heartwood of a tree or woody plant; usually light colored; active in water conduction
Example Sentences
"The sapwood of the tree is lighter in color than the heartwood."
"Carpenters often prefer to work with sapwood because it is easier to carve."
"The sapwood of this particular species is known to be resistant to fungal decay."
"To protect the sapwood from insects, the wood is treated with preservatives."
"You can identify sapwood by its light and creamy appearance."
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Is SAPWOOD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sapwood is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SAPWOOD has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SAPWOOD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sapwood is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSAPWOOD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SAPWOOD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sapwood is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSAPWOOD has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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