1
: a tall tropical Asian timber tree (Tectona grandis) of the vervain family
2
: the hard yellowish-brown wood of teak used especially for furniture and shipbuilding
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The non-cruise ship experiences include barefoot walks on polished teak, morning yoga sessions on the sun deck, or dives off the transom straight into the sea, with a crew member waiting for your return with a towel and a glass of wine.
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Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
For example, Bassford favors this armless chair from CB2, which is made in a weather-friendly teak and comes with ultra-plush cushions.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 17 June 2024
The famous rooftop pool resembles the interior of a yacht with teak decking and surrounding windows that offer a breathtaking 360 view of Sacré Coeur and the Eiffel Tower.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 June 2024
This style features organic materials such as teak and oak wood, as well as geometric shapes.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2024
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Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
For example, Bassford favors this armless chair from CB2, which is made in a weather-friendly teak and comes with ultra-plush cushions.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 17 June 2024
The famous rooftop pool resembles the interior of a yacht with teak decking and surrounding windows that offer a breathtaking 360 view of Sacré Coeur and the Eiffel Tower.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 June 2024
This style features organic materials such as teak and oak wood, as well as geometric shapes.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2024
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teak
noun1
: a tall timber tree of southeastern Asia
2
: the hard durable yellowish brown wood of a teak
called also teak*wood\ ˈtē-ˌkwu̇d \
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