Philippine mahogany

/ˌfɪləˈpin məˌhɑgəni/

Definitions of Philippine mahogany

1. noun

   Philippine timber tree having hard red fragrant wood
   synonyms: Cedrela calantas, Philippine cedar, Toona calantas, kalantas

   type of:

   mahogany, mahogany tree

   any of various tropical timber trees of the family Meliaceae especially the genus Swietinia valued for their hard yellowish- to reddish-brown wood that is readily worked and takes a high polish
2. noun

   red hardwood of the Philippine mahogany tree used for cigar boxes and interior finish
   type of:

   mahogany

   wood of any of various mahogany trees; much used for cabinetwork and furniture