dogwood

• اسم شجرة أو شجيرة من جنس القرانيا (Cornus)، تتميز غالبًا بأوراق زهرية ملونة تشبه البتلات أو بخشب صلب متين يشبه خشب البقس.

A noun referring to a tree or shrub of the genus Cornus, often noted for its showy bracts that resemble flowers, or the hard, tough wood of such a tree, which resembles boxwood.

1. B2formal

   A tree or shrub belonging to the genus Cornus, often recognized by its showy bracts that look like flowers.

   القرانيا

   • The dogwood tree in the garden blooms beautifully in spring.
   • Dogwood shrubs are popular for their decorative white or pink bracts.
   • Many dogwood species are native to North America and East Asia.

   المرادفاتcornel

2. Wood materialC1formal

   The hard, tough wood of any dogwood tree, known for its density and resemblance to boxwood.

   خشب القرانيا

   • Dogwood wood is often used for making small tools and handles.
   • The carver preferred dogwood for its fine grain and durability.
   • Dogwood resembles boxwood in texture and is used for similar purposes.

   المرادفاتcornel