northern white cedar

noun

: an arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) of eastern North America that has branchlets in horizontal planes
also : its wood

called also white cedar

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The Low-Down on Fallen Fronds Fresh green fronds on northern white cedars aren’t the only deer food worth noting. Outdoor Life, 19 Nov. 2019 CedarWorks' swing sets are made with premium-quality northern white cedar, selected for its longevity with minimal to no maintenance. Alissa Schulman, Good Housekeeping, 15 Feb. 2023

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First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of northern white cedar was in 1910

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“Northern white cedar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/northern%20white%20cedar. Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.

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