What material consists of thin sheets of wood glued together with grains oriented at right angles?

Plywood is constructed from thin layers or sheets of wood veneers that are glued together, with the grains of each layer oriented at right angles to one another. This cross-lamination technique significantly enhances the strength and stability of the material, reducing the chances of warping or splitting. The alternating grain directions help to distribute stress more evenly across the structure, making plywood a versatile and durable choice for various applications, including furniture making and construction.

Laminated wood refers more broadly to a product made by bonding layers or strips of wood together, but it may not specifically involve the cross-grain orientation that is characteristic of plywood. Particle board is made from wood chips, sawmill shavings, or even sawdust, which are adhered together with glue, and does not have the layered structure of plywood. Hardwood generally refers to the type of wood that comes from deciduous trees, and it does not specifically denote a construction method involving layers or orientation of grain.