Meaning of the word lumber in English

What does lumber mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lumber

US /ˈlʌm.bɚ/

UK /ˈlʌm.bər/

timber sawn into planks or boards

Example:

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We need to buy more lumber for the construction project.

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The old shed was built with rough-cut lumber.

Synonym:

timber wood boards planks

move in a slow, heavy, awkward way

Example:

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The bear lumbered through the forest.

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He lumbered out of bed, still half asleep.

Synonym:

trudge plod stumble shuffle waddle

Related Word:

lumbering lumber jacket