Yew: meaning, definitions and examples
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yew
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botanical term
Yew refers to a type of coniferous tree or shrub belonging to the genus Taxus, which is known for its dark green foliage and red berries. These trees are primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere, and their wood is highly valued for its strength and density. Yews can live for many centuries, with some specimens being over 2,000 years old. They are often associated with cemeteries and churchyards due to their longevity and ability to thrive in shaded environments.
Synonyms
Taxus, yew tree.
Examples of usage
- The old yew in the garden is over 300 years old.
- Yews are commonly used in hedge formation due to their dense growth.
- In ancient times, yew wood was used for making archery bows.
Translations
Translations of the word "yew" in other languages:
๐ต๐น teixo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฏew
๐ฉ๐ช Eibe
๐ฎ๐ฉ yew
๐บ๐ฆ ััั
๐ต๐ฑ cis
๐ฏ๐ต ใคใใค
๐ซ๐ท if
๐ช๐ธ tejo
๐น๐ท รงam
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธก๋ฐฑ๋๋ฌด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดุฌุฑุฉ ุงูุชูุช
๐จ๐ฟ tis
๐ธ๐ฐ tis
๐จ๐ณ ็ดซๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ tisa
๐ฎ๐ธ รพykkvibjวซrk
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐะนัาฃ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yew
๐ฒ๐ฝ tejo
Etymology
The word 'yew' comes from the Old English term 'iw', which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic '*ฤซwaz'. This root is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old High German 'iow' and Old Norse 'yew'. The yew tree has been significant in various cultures, particularly in ancient Britain, where it was often planted in churchyards and was associated with death and immortality because of its long lifespan and evergreen nature. The wood of the yew tree was prized in ancient times for its use in making longbows, particularly by the English, due to its flexibility and strength. Yew's toxic properties have also contributed to its mystique, with parts of the tree being poisonous, which led to various folklore and superstitions surrounding it.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,075, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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