redwood
1 synonym for redwood, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A very tall evergreen tree native to the coast of California, or its reddish timber.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From red plus wood, referring to the tree's reddish bark and timber.
Full origin of redwood →Frequently asked questions
What does “redwood” mean?
The word “redwood” means a very tall evergreen tree native to the coast of California, or its reddish timber. In plain terms, one of the tallest tree species on Earth, named for its red-toned wood and bark.
How do you use “redwood” in a sentence?
Here is “redwood” used in a sentence: “Some coastal redwoods in California soar over 100 metres tall.”
What part of speech is “redwood”?
“Redwood” is a noun.
