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timber-like

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/ˈtɪmbər laɪk/ · tim-ber-like

Resembling or characteristic of timber or wood; wood-like.

Meanings

adjectiveformal

Resembling or characteristic of timber or wood; wood-like.

لکڑی کی طرح یا لکڑی کی خصوصیات رکھنے والا؛ لکڑی جیسا۔

لکڑی جیسا

lakri jaisa

Synonyms

woodenlumber-liketree-likeچوبیلکڑیوں جیساخشتی

Antonyms

plasticmetallicartificialپلاسٹکلوہے کامصنوعی

Common Collocations

  • timber-like texture
  • timber-like appearance
  • timber-like structure

Example Sentences

The furniture was crafted from a timber-like material that was both durable and lightweight.

یہ فرنیچر لکڑی جیسی ایک مواد سے تیار کیا گیا تھا جو دونوں مضبوط اور ہلکا تھا۔

Yeh furniture lakri jaisi ek mawaad se tayar kiya gaya tha jo dono mazboot aur halka tha.

The painting depicted a forest scene with timber-like colors and textures.

پینٹنگ میں ایک جنگل کا منظر تھا جس میں لکڑی جیسی رنگت اور ساخت تھی۔

Painting mein ek jungle ka manzar tha jis mein lakri jaisi rangat aur saakht thi.

Her artistic style often has a timber-like essence, reflecting nature's beauty.

اس کا فنکارانہ انداز اکثر لکڑی جیسی خصوصیت رکھتا ہے، جو فطرت کے حسن کی عکاسی کرتا ہے۔

Us ka fankarana andaaz aksar lakri jaisi khasiyat rakhta hai, jo fitrat ke husn ki akasi karta hai.

Easily Confused With

timber:Timber refers to processed wood, while timber-like refers to something resembling wood.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'timber' when you see something that resembles wood.

Imagine a forest filled with trees that are used as timber.

🗣️ Urdu Proverb

لکڑی کی گود میں بیٹا سچ

Lakri ki god mein beta sach

The truth lies in the lap of wood (timber).

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "timber" — wood prepared for use in building and carpentry

First known use: 19th century

The term 'timber' comes from Middle English 'timber' meaning 'building materials' or 'wood.' 'Like' is a native English word meaning 'similar to.' Combined, 'timber-like' refers to something resembling wood.