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Timber
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land that is covered with trees and shrubs
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trees grown to be used in carpentry or construction
Example
The timber from the forest was transported to the mill to be processed into lumber.
High-quality timber is essential for building durable and sturdy homes.
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a beam made of wood
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a post made of wood
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the quality of a sound that is distinct from pitch, intensity and loudness
timber
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used to warn others that a tree is falling or about to fall
What is the origin and context of use of 'timber'?
The interjection "timber" has its origins in the logging and forestry industry, where it is commonly used as a safety warning to alert others that a tree is being cut down and is about to fall. The practice of shouting "timber" serves to warn those nearby to move out of the way to avoid being struck by the falling tree.
Example
As the lumberjack saws through the trunk, he shouts, " Timber! " to alert others of the falling tree.
During a logging operation, workers yell " Timber! " as they chop down trees.
