What is another word for dogwoods?

Pronunciation: [dˈɒɡwʊdz] (IPA)

Dogwoods are popular ornamental trees, known for their beautiful spring blooms. There are several synonyms for the word dogwoods, including cornels, boxwoods, and panicled dogwoods. Cornels are a type of dogwood that typically have white or pink flowers, and are often used for traditional medicine. Boxwoods are another type of dogwood, commonly used for hedges and topiaries. The panicled dogwood, as the name suggests, has clusters of white flowers that resemble panicles. It is also known for its vibrant fall foliage. Regardless of the type of dogwood, these trees are a beautiful addition to any landscape or garden.

What are the hypernyms for Dogwoods?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Dogwoods

Always I have dreamed of you standing as you stand now under the dogwoods, to welcome me, but now that I have come up The Way I find myself a-stranger!"
"A Son of the Hills"
Harriet T. Comstock
It pleased her to come here with me; she'd make up a lunch of her own cooking and I would catch trout in the stream by the dogwoods yonder and fry the fish for her.
"The Valley of the Giants"
Peter B. Kyne
In a similar manner the dry seeds of several dogwoods are eaten for the pulp by birds, but in case any are left they behave after the manner of grapes.
"Seed Dispersal"
William J. Beal

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