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10 Language-to-English DictionariesCedro
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈsɛdɾu
"O cedro é valorizado pela sua resistência à decomposição."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A type of coniferous tree known for its fragrant wood, often used in construction and furniture making.
"The cedar tree in the backyard provides shade and a pleasant aroma." - 2
Wood obtained from cedar trees, valued for its durability and resistance to decay.
"The deck was built with cedar wood to withstand the elements."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'cedar' comes from the Latin 'cedrus', which is derived from the Greek 'kedros'. The term has been used since the Middle Ages to refer to various coniferous trees known for their aromatic wood, particularly those in the genus Cedrus.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Cedar" is said worldwide
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Cèdre
Transliteration: sɛdʁ
"Le cèdre est un arbre apprécié pour son bois aromatique."
Zeder
Transliteration: ˈtseːdɐ
"Die Zeder ist bekannt für ihr langlebiges Holz."
Cedro
Transliteration: ˈtʃedro
"Il cedro è spesso usato per costruire mobili."
Ciprés
Transliteration: siˈpɾes
"El ciprés es un árbol que se utiliza en la construcción."
Cedro
Transliteration: ˈsɛdɾu
"O cedro é valorizado pela sua resistência à decomposição."
देवदार
Transliteration: devdār
"देवदार का लकड़ी बहुत मजबूत होती है।"
雪松
Transliteration: xuě sōng
"雪松木材耐腐烂，常用于建筑。"
시더
Transliteration: sideo
"시더 나무는 내구성이 뛰어납니다."
杉
Transliteration: sugi
"杉の木は香りが良いことで知られています。"
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