cedarwood

noun

ce·​dar·​wood ˈsē-dər-ˌwu̇d 

: the wood of a cedar that is especially repellent to insects

Examples of cedarwood in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Her time in the cedar forest of the Atlas Mountains fostered a deep appreciation for cedarwood, a note that continues to inspire her work. —Bea McMonagle, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025

From best-selling cedarwood to orange blossom sets, browse our favorite reed diffusers below to find the next signature scent for your home. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2025

The formula itself is free of alcohol, and instead uses olea europaea fruit oil, vitamin C, and jojoba seed oil to actively support the skin’s moisture barrier—all while lending the fresh notes of juniper, cypress, and cedarwood—which dry down to a warm, almost smoky blend of amber and leather. —Deanna Pai, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025

The simple yet head-turning perfume features just three notes: Zesty bergamot, robust espresso, and cozy cedarwood that wrap you in a comforting hug. —Mary Honkus, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cedarwood

• adulthood
• babyhood
• brotherhood
• cottonwood
• fatherhood
• firewood
• fuelwood
• hardihood
• ironwood
• leatherwood
• likelihood
• livelihood