Ahornholz arce (madera) bois d'érable esdoornhout javor legno di acero lönn madeira de bordo maple (wood) σφεντάμι אדר Wood of trees belonging to the genus Acer, light reddish brown in color, with small pores, distinct rings, and rays that show as fine dashes in quarter sawed wood. Maple wood is used for fine furniture, cabinetry, flooring, shoe lasts, and musical instruments (AAT).