coral-wood

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coral-wood

The coral-wood tree blooms with clusters of pale flowers in the garden.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of tree: "Coral-wood" refers to an East Indian tree known for its clusters of yellow-white flowers. It is often cultivated for ornamental purposes.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The garden's centerpiece is a beautiful coral-wood.
    • Coral-wood is prized for its distinctive floral display.
Advanced Usage
  • As a botanical specimen: The term is used in horticultural and botanical contexts to specify this particular ornamental tree species.
    • The arboretum has a notable collection, including several mature coral-woods.
Variants and Related Words
  • Coralwood: An alternative, often single-word spelling for "coral-wood".
  • Adenanthera pavonina: The scientific name for the tree commonly referred to as coral-wood or red sandalwood.
Synonyms
  • Red sandalwood: A common name for the same tree, referencing the color of its seeds.
  • Adenanthera pavonina: The formal botanical synonym.
Notes on Meaning
  • The primary meaning is botanical. The name "coral-wood" typically refers to the tree itself or its wood, not to a color or a marine organism. The "coral" in the name often alludes to the bright red color of its seeds.
coral-wood

The coral-wood tree blooms with clusters of pale flowers in the garden.

Noun
  1. East Indian tree with racemes of yellow-white flowers; cultivated as an ornamental

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