Definition

Describing something that is made of wood or has wooden parts, often referring to structures like buildings that have visible wooden beams.

Example

The timbered house stood out among the modern buildings in the neighborhood.

Conversation

Have you seen that new café by the park?

Yeah, I love how it's all timbered and cozy inside.

It really gives it a rustic feel, doesn't it?

Absolutely! I could spend hours there just relaxing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Timbered → It is formed from "timber" (from Old English *timber*, meaning wood or building material) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "timbered" refers to something that is constructed or made with timber or wood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'timber' as the wood used in construction, and the '-ed' shows that something is made from that wood. So, timbered means made of timber.

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