cigar-box cedar
Definition
Noun: 1. A type of fragrant wood: A specific kind of wood, noted for its pleasant aroma, that is traditionally and commonly used in the manufacture of boxes for storing cigars.
Usage
The term "cigar-box cedar" is a compound noun used specifically to refer to the aromatic wood material itself, not the finished box. It is typically used in contexts discussing woodworking, forestry, or the cigar industry. - The humidor was lined with thin panels of cigar-box cedar to preserve the cigars' flavor. - Botanists identified the tree as a source of cigar-box cedar.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used metonymically to refer to the characteristic scent associated with such wood or boxes made from it.
- The room carried the distinct, sweet smell of cigar-box cedar.
Variants and Related Words
- Cedar: A broader category of coniferous trees known for their aromatic, durable wood, of which "cigar-box cedar" is a specific type.
- Spanish cedar (): This is the species most commonly referred to as "cigar-box cedar" due to its ideal properties for cigar humidors.
Synonyms
- Aromatic cedar (in this specific context)
- Cigar cedar (a less formal variant)
Notes on Meaning
- Primary Meaning: The fragrant wood from certain trees, primarily , used for crafting cigar boxes and humidors because it helps regulate humidity and imparts a desired aroma.
- Not a Tree Name: While it references the wood of specific cedar or cedar-like trees, "cigar-box cedar" itself is not a formal botanical name for a tree species.
Noun
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fragrant wood much used for cigar boxes
