redwood Meaning & Definition
/ˈɹɛdwʊd/
What Does Redwood Mean?
As a noun, redwood means A tree of the species Sequoia sempervirens. It is also used to mean Any of the evergreen conifers belonging to the genus Sequoia in the wide sense.
Word Facts for Redwood
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɹɛdwʊd/ |
| Synonyms | sequoia |
| Plural | redwoods |
Redwood Definition (Noun)
- A tree of the species Sequoia sempervirens.
a redwood grove
- Any of the evergreen conifers belonging to the genus Sequoia in the wide sense.
- Wood of the species Sequoia sempervirens.
This planter is made of redwood.
- Wood of the species Pinus sylvestris.
- A tree of species Manilkara bidentata harvested for timber and latex.
- Timber from the Manilkara bidentata tree.
Synonyms of Redwood
Redwood synonyms and antonyms →Redwood in a Sentence
a redwood grove
This redwood deck will last forever.
This planter is made of redwood.
Word Forms & Grammar
redwood (plural redwoods)
Words That Rhyme With Redwood
Origin of Redwood
From red + wood.
Redwood: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is redwood?
Redwood is a noun.
What is another word for redwood?
Words with a similar meaning to redwood include sequoia. See the full list of redwood synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of redwood?
The plural of redwood is redwoods.