'timber-like' originates from the English word 'timber,' which refers to wood prepared for use in building and carpentry, combined with the suffix '-like,' indicating resemblance.

The word 'timber' has been used in English since the Middle Ages, derived from the Old English 'timber,' meaning 'building material, wood.' The suffix '-like' is used to form adjectives indicating similarity.

Initially, 'timber' referred to wood used for construction, and 'timber-like' has maintained the meaning of resembling such wood.