What is another word for wood grain?
Pronunciation: [wˈʊd ɡɹˈe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Wood grain refers to the pattern or texture caused by the growth rings of a tree. There are many synonyms for this term including wood texture, wood fibers, wood lines, wood pattern, wood veins, and wood markings. The natural variations in color and grain make wood one of the most attractive materials. Other words that describe wood grain in more detail include cross-grain, which varies depending on the angle of the cut, and end-grain, which refers to the exposed tree rings at the end of a piece of wood. A few other terms that describe types of wood grain include bird's eye, crotch, flame, and tiger stripe.
