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Planks

Long, flat pieces of timber used in construction.

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Planks are long, flat pieces of timber used in construction.

Pronunciation

/plæŋks/

Etymology

From Old English planc, from Proto-West Germanic *plankō.

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Planks are long, flat pieces of wood that builders use to make floors, walls, and roofs.

Fun Facts

Planks have been used in construction for thousands of years
,Ancient Egyptians used planks to build boats
,The term 'plank' comes from the Old English word 'planc'

FAQ

What are planks? Long, flat pieces of timber
,How are they used? In construction for floors and walls
,What kind of wood are they made from? Various types, including pine and oak

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

timber wood

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

floorboards shelving

Meronyms — Parts or Components

grain knots

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

floors decks

Indexes

construction material manufactured object

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