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red cedar

/rɛd ˈsiːdər/

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/rɛd ˈsiːdər/B1formal
  • ruРаспространённое название нескольких видов хвойных деревьев с красноватой древесиной, в частности Thuja plicata (западный красный кедр) или Juniperus virginiana (восточный красный кедр), ценится за свою долговечность и ароматические свойства.

A common name for several species of coniferous trees with reddish wood, particularly Thuja plicata (western red cedar) or Juniperus virginiana (eastern red cedar), valued for its durability and aromatic properties.

  1. Type of treeB1formal

    A common name for several species of coniferous trees with reddish, aromatic wood, often used for furniture and building.

    ruКрасный кедр

    • The red cedar tree is native to North America.
    • They built a beautiful fence from red cedar planks.
    • Red cedar wood is naturally resistant to decay and insects.
  2. Wood materialB1formal

    The durable, fragrant wood obtained from red cedar trees, valued for its beauty and resistance to moisture.

    ruДревесный материал

    • The closet was lined with red cedar to repel moths.
    • She bought a red cedar chest for storing blankets.
    • Red cedar is often used for outdoor furniture due to its durability.