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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Tobacco leaves, cedarwood, and plum ground the sensual blend with some depth. Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025 Finally, its bottom notes round everything out with earthy notes like velvet musk, cedarwood, and white Amber for a woody touch that is incredibly addicting. Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 24 Jan. 2025 The Fearless candle fuses a bright mix of orange, clove, and cedarwood to bring a bold energy to your space. Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024 At the intersection of fresh and light, strong and sensual, and contemporary and traditional, Italian mandarin, cedarwood, and amber notes create a go-to scent for your valentine. Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for cedarwood 

Word History

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 21 Feb. 2025.

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