noun a place where lumber is stored and sold
A lumberyard is a facility where various types of lumber and wood products are stored and sold for use in construction projects.
Woodworkers may source their materials from lumberyards to create furniture, cabinets, and other wooden items.
Carpenters often purchase materials from lumberyards to use in their woodworking projects.
Lumberyards may also carry materials such as fencing, decking, and garden beds for landscaping projects.
Homeowners may visit a lumberyard to buy materials for DIY projects such as building a deck or renovating a room.
A writer may use the term 'lumberyard' in a story or article to describe a setting or as a metaphor for a place of abundance or resources.
An architect may refer to a lumberyard when sourcing materials for a construction project or when discussing the types of wood available for building.
A contractor may visit a lumberyard to purchase wood and other building materials for a construction job or renovation project.
A carpenter may frequent a lumberyard to select and purchase lumber for various woodworking projects.