Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of coniferous tree: A cedar is an evergreen tree belonging to the genus Cedrus or other genera in the cypress family (Cupressaceae), known for its fragrant, durable wood and often having a conical shape.
   • The wood from such a tree: Cedar refers to the aromatic, long-lasting timber obtained from cedar trees, commonly used in construction, furniture, and storage chests.

Examples of Usage

• Noun (Referring to the tree):
  • The ancient cedar stood majestically on the hillside.
  • We planted a small cedar in our backyard.
• Noun (Referring to the wood):
  • The closet is lined with cedar to repel moths.
  • The chest was made of solid cedar.

Advanced Usage

• "Cedar of Lebanon": A specific, historically significant species () native to the mountains of the Eastern Mediterranean.
  • The Cedar of Lebanon is an important national symbol.
• "Red cedar": A common name for several aromatic trees, such as , whose wood is often used for pencils and closets.
  • The aroma of red cedar filled the linen closet.

Variants and Related Words

• Cedarn (adjective, archaic or poetic): Made of or resembling cedar.
  • The cedarn beams of the old manor.
• Cedarwood (noun): The wood of the cedar tree.
  • The scent of cedarwood is distinctive.

Synonyms

• Conifer (for the tree type): A general term for cone-bearing trees like pines and firs.
• Aromatic wood: Descriptive term for woods with a strong, pleasant smell, like sandalwood.

Related Phrases and Compounds

• Cedar chest: A storage box made from cedar wood, valued for protecting contents from insects.
  • She keeps her wool sweaters in a cedar chest.
• Cedar shingle: A thin piece of cedar wood used as a roofing or siding material.
  • The cabin had a roof of cedar shingles.

Noun

1. any cedar of the genus Cedrus
2. durable aromatic wood of any of numerous cedar trees; especially wood of the red cedar often used for cedar chests
3. any of numerous trees of the family Cupressaceae that resemble cedars