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Meaning of the word timber in English

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timber

US /ˈtɪm.bɚ/
UK /ˈtɪm.bər/
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Noun

1.

wood prepared for use in building and carpentry

Example:
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The house was constructed from high-quality timber.
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They loaded the raw timber onto the trucks.
Synonym:
lumber wood logs planks boards
2.

trees that are grown for wood

Example:
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The forest is a valuable source of timber.
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They manage the forest for sustainable timber production.
Synonym:
forest woodland trees

Exclamation

a warning cry used when a tree is falling

Example:
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The logger shouted 'Timber!' as the giant tree began to fall.
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Make sure to yell 'Timber!' loudly so everyone is aware.
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