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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Cassis, one of their most popular fragrances, is an original fragrant scent that contains plum and coconut top notes, fig heart notes, and sandalwood and cedarwood base notes. Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024 Iris is the star ingredient of the juice, which opens with a blend of bergamot, cardamom and geranium, has a subtle hint of vanilla and carrot seed in its heart and mixes cedarwood and ambery woods in its base. Sandra Salibian, WWD, 18 Feb. 2025 The 6 Best Mouse Traps Use Natural Repellents Use natural repellents like essential oils of peppermint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, or cedarwood to repel mice. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2025 Outdoor pathways connect small clusters of contemporary low-profile buildings housing guest suites constructed with indigenous materials, such as cedarwood and natural volcanic rock sourced from Mount Etna. Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 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 12 Mar. 2025.

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