northern white cedar
- noun
- /ˈnɔrðərn waɪt ˈsiːdər/
- Specialized
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cedro blanco del norte
- Many gardeners prefer northern white cedars for hedges.
Examples
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The northern white cedar thrives in moist, well-drained soil.
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The lumber from northern white cedar is valued for its resistance to decay.
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Many wildlife species rely on the northern white cedar for shelter during the winter.
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The northern white cedar is often used for privacy hedges in suburban yards.
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The northern white cedar is often planted as an ornamental tree in gardens.
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In landscaping, the northern white cedar serves as an effective hedge due to its dense foliage.
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Many homeowners choose the northern white cedar for its ability to withstand cold climates and create beautiful privacy barriers.
Synonyms
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A slow-growing evergreen tree with wood that smells nice and resists rot
A small evergreen tree with tiny flat leaves often used for hedges
A small tree that stays green all year with tiny flat leaves used for garden hedges
Surface Forms
Morphology
The noun phrase is a straightforward combination of modifiers and a noun: 'northern' (from the north) + 'white' (color/appearance) + 'cedar' (a type of evergreen tree). A B1 learner who knows these constituent meanings can readily infer it denotes a kind of cedar tree characterized by whiteness and northern distribution, so the meaning is compositional and transparent.
Etymology
Northern white cedar explains the tree: northern shows where it grows, white points to its pale wood, and cedar was a name early settlers used because its wood smells like 'true cedars'. So today the name simply labels a small evergreen tree with pale wood that does not rot easily.