buttonwood Meaning & Definition
What Does Buttonwood Mean?
As a noun, buttonwood means The common name given to at least three species of shrub or tree. The mangrove tree (Conocarpus erectus, family Combretaceae) a tropical and subtropical species. The American sycamore or American plane tree (Platanus occidentalis, family Platanaceae). California sycamore or western sycamore (Platanus racemosa). It can also mean The mangrove tree (Conocarpus erectus, family Combretaceae) a tropical and subtropical species.
Buttonwood at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | american plane, american sycamore and platanus occidentalis |
| Plural | buttonwoods |
Buttonwood Definition (Noun)
- The common name given to at least three species of shrub or tree. The mangrove tree (Conocarpus erectus, family Combretaceae) a tropical and subtropical species. The American sycamore or American plane tree (Platanus occidentalis, family Platanaceae). California sycamore or western sycamore (Platanus racemosa).
- The mangrove tree (Conocarpus erectus, family Combretaceae) a tropical and subtropical species.
- The American sycamore or American plane tree (Platanus occidentalis, family Platanaceae).
- California sycamore or western sycamore (Platanus racemosa).
Noun
- The common name given to at least three species of shrub or tree.
Synonyms of Buttonwood
Buttonwood synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Buttonwood
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Buttonwood in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
buttonwood (plural buttonwoods)
Words That Rhyme With Buttonwood
Origin of Buttonwood
From button + wood.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buttonwood
What part of speech is buttonwood?
Buttonwood is a noun.
What is another word for buttonwood?
Close synonyms of buttonwood are american plane, american sycamore and platanus occidentalis. See the full list of buttonwood synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of buttonwood?
The plural of buttonwood is buttonwoods.