Madrono (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen tree of the Pacific coast of North America having glossy leathery leaves and orange-red edible berries; wood used for furniture and bark for tanning.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The madrono tree's vibrant orange-red berries are a favorite among local wildlife and foragers alike.
- The furniture maker carefully selected a piece of madrono wood for the intricate carvings on the chair's armrest.
- In the early 20th century, madrono bark was a prized material for tanning leather goods in the region.
- As the sun set over the forest, the madrono trees stood out with their glossy leathery leaves glistening in the fading light.
- Hikers on the Pacific coast trail often remark on the madrono's unique appearance, with its distinctive orange-red berries and twisted trunk.