boxwood

noun

box·​wood ˈbäks-ˌwu̇d 

1

: the close-grained heavy hard tough wood of the box (genus Buxus)

also : a wood of similar properties

2

: a tree producing boxwood

Examples of boxwood in a Sentence

We planted a few boxwoods.

Recent Examples on the Web

Another blight that could cause leaf browning is boxwood blight, caused by the fungus Calonectria pseudonaviculata. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026

Boxwood Hedges and Topiaries Ervin recommends the boxwood species as another excellent, elevated-looking plant for the yard. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026

Then add a low boxwood hedge toward the back of the island with roses, annuals, and perennials rising above the hedge in the front. — Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for boxwood

• allgood
• basswood
• beechwood
• bellwood
• birchwood
• boyhood
• brushwood
• childhood
• cordwood
• dogwood
• driftwood
• falsehood

Kids Definition

boxwood

noun

box·​wood ˈbäk-ˌswu̇d 

: the tough hard wood of the box

also : the box tree