What is another word for driftwood?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈɪftwʊd] (IPA) 
Driftwood is a term used to describe wood that has been carried by water and washed ashore. However, there are other synonyms for this word which include beachcomber's bounty, castaway timber, flotsam lumber, and floating log. Each of these terms provides a unique depiction of the nature of driftwood. Beachcomber's bounty highlights the abundance of driftwood washed ashore, while castaway timber describes how the wood is left stranded like a castaway on an island. Flotsam lumber emphasizes the fact that the wood is floating on water for extended periods. The term floating log is straightforward yet accurately describes the physical appearance and behavior of driftwood on water bodies.
