very hard tough close-grained light yellow wood of the box especially the common box; used in delicate woodwork: musical instruments and inlays and engraving blocks
The wood of the box tree, a very tough close-grained yellow wood, commonly used in the manufacture of mathematical and assorted scientific instruments.
(Europe and S. America) A close-grained cream veneer; easy to cut and work; good for thin inlay lines and delicate motifs. Width 4-8 inches.