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