Duramen
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
The hard, dense, dark central wood of a mature tree, older and more inactive than the surrounding lighter sapwood.
“The craftsman prized the duramen of the oak for its exceptional hardness and deep colour.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
du·ra·men
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Synonyms
heartwood
Antonyms
sapwood
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