dogwood

• 指山茱萸属（Cornus）的乔木或灌木，常以其形似花瓣的鲜艳苞片而闻名；也指这种树木坚硬、类似黄杨木的木材。

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.

   梾木

   • 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.

   同义词cornel

2. Wood materialC1formal

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

   梾木木材

   • 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.

   同义词cornel