redwood

noun

red·​wood ˈred-ˌwu̇d 

1

: any of various woods (such as brazilwood) yielding a red dye

2

: a tree that yields a red dyewood or produces red or reddish wood

3

a

: a very tall coniferous tree (Sequoia sempervirens) of the cypress family that grows chiefly in coastal California, sometimes reaches a height of 360 feet (110 meters), and is a commercially important timber tree

called also coast redwood

see cone illustration compare dawn redwood

b

: its brownish-red durable wood

Examples of redwood in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Similarly, banana slugs in the California redwood forest have inspired experimental water-regulating architecture. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 July 2026

While layouts vary, especially among the cabins, interiors feature a midcentury-modern-meets-the-redwoods design with sleek furnishings, spa-worthy bathrooms, and warm, natural tones. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

To create the perch, attach an 18-inch two-by-two pine or redwood block. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 6 July 2026

Spanning 656 miles, the route showcases The Golden State's diverse landscapes, winding past pristine beaches, rugged coastlines, and towering redwood forests, offering no shortage of photo-worthy views along the way. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1533, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing redwood

• coast redwood
• dawn redwood

Rhymes for redwood

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

Kids Definition

redwood

noun

red·​wood ˈred-ˌwu̇d 

: a tall cone-producing evergreen tree mostly of coastal California that is related to the bald cypresses and sometimes grows to be 360 feet (110 meters) tall

also : its light long-lasting brownish red wood