Marblewood is a type of wood with a striking and unique grain pattern that resembles marble, hence its name. Some synonyms for marblewood include zebrawood, tigerwood, and snakewood. These woods all have distinctive patterns and rich colors that make them popular among furniture makers and woodworkers. Zebrawood and tigerwood both have contrasting dark and light stripes that resemble the stripes of a zebra or tiger. Snakewood has a distinct mottled grain pattern that resembles the scales of a snake. All of these woods can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any furniture or woodworking project.