cedarwood

noun

ce·​dar·​wood ˈsē-dər-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce cedarwood (audio)
: the wood of a cedar that is especially repellent to insects

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Kacey Musgraves to make this candle that conveys a harmonious mix of incense, black pepper, ginger zest, raspberry, and cedarwood. Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024 The light and fruity fragrance rests on base notes of ambergris, musk, and cedarwood. Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 15 Sep. 2024 This fragrance has notes of tobacco leaves, plum, vanilla, cedarwood, and tonka beans. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024 This clove, lavender, and cedarwood blend is an especially soothing scent that will elevate any self-care night. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cedarwood 

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cedarwood was in the 14th century

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“Cedarwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cedarwood. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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