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dogwood

 

[ หˆdษ”ษก.wสŠd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of tree

Dogwood refers to a type of tree or shrub that belongs to the genus Cornus, known for its attractive flowers and distinctive bark. They are often cultivated for their ornamental qualities and can be found in various landscapes, ranging from gardens to forests. Some species produce edible berries and have traditional medicinal uses.

Synonyms

Cornus, flowering dogwood, red osier dogwood

Examples of usage

  • The dogwood tree blooms beautifully in spring.
  • We planted several dogwoods in our backyard.
  • The wood from dogwood is very dense and durable.
  • Children love to collect dogwood flowers in spring.

Translations

Translations of the word "dogwood" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น flor de dogwood

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅ‰เค—เคตเฅเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hartriegel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dogwood

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะปะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kwiat dogwood

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‰ใƒƒใ‚ฐใ‚ฆใƒƒใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cornouiller

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cornejo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dogwood

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…์šฐ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูˆุบูˆูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dล™รญn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ driลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฑฑ่Œฑ่ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ drin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dogwood

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะพะปะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ’แƒ•แƒฃแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dogwood

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dogwood

Etymology

The word 'dogwood' has its origins in the late Middle English term 'dogge', which likely referred to the dog in relation to the wood's use for making tools and other implements. The term was first recorded in the 14th century. Dogwoods are native to the Northern Hemisphere, with various species found across North America and Asia. Historically, the hard wood of the dogwood tree has been used for making tools, furniture, and even as a source of garnet color dye. The beautiful flowering trees have also held symbolic significance in various cultures, often representing rebirth and beauty. The flowering dogwood is the state tree of North Carolina and symbolizes faithfulness and purity. Over time, dogwoods have become popular ornamental trees in gardens and urban landscapes, admired for their stunning flowers and unique characteristics.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,080, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.