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lignum vitaeA very hard wood from South America and the West Indies, dark greenish-brown or greenish-black in colour and with a peculiar acid aromatic scent. It was much used in the 17th century, especially by Dutch furniture-makers. |
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lignum vitaeA very hard wood from South America and the West Indies, dark greenish-brown or greenish-black in colour and with a peculiar acid aromatic scent. It was much used in the 17th century, especially by Dutch furniture-makers. |
