sequoia Meaning & Definition
/səˈkwɔɪ.ə/
What Does Sequoia Mean?
Sequoia is used as a noun meaning Sequoiadendron giganteum, a coniferous evergreen tree formerly in the genus Sequoia, now placed in Sequoiadendron. It is also used to mean Sequoia sempervirens, a coniferous evergreen tree, the only living species of the genus Sequoia.
Word Facts for Sequoia
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /səˈkwɔɪ.ə/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | redwood and giant sequoia |
| Plural | sequoias |
Sequoia Definition (Noun)
- Sequoiadendron giganteum, a coniferous evergreen tree formerly in the genus Sequoia, now placed in Sequoiadendron.
- Sequoia sempervirens, a coniferous evergreen tree, the only living species of the genus Sequoia.
Synonyms of Sequoia
Sequoia synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
sequoia (plural sequoias)
Words That Rhyme With Sequoia
Origin of Sequoia
Learned borrowing from taxonomic name Sequoia.
Pronouncing Sequoia
The standard pronunciation of sequoia is /səˈkwɔɪ.ə/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (kwɔɪ).
Sequoia: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is sequoia?
Sequoia is a noun.
What is another word for sequoia?
You can replace sequoia with words such as redwood and giant sequoia. See the full list of sequoia synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of sequoia?
The plural of sequoia is sequoias.