Compact tree timber (8)

I believe the answer is:
hardwood
(Other definitions for hardwood that I've seen before include "Teak or mahogany, say" , "Aspen?" , "Timber of deciduous trees" , "Oak, ash or beech, for example" .)
I believe the answer is:
hardwood
(Other definitions for hardwood that I've seen before include "Teak or mahogany, say" , "Aspen?" , "Timber of deciduous trees" , "Oak, ash or beech, for example" .)