Dogwood
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A tree or shrub of the genus Cornus, typically noted for its decorative bracts that resemble petals and its ornamental appeal in gardens.
“The dogwood in the front garden was covered in white bracts every spring.”
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dog·wood
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Compound DOG plus WOOD, with double O in the final syllable
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Double O and W give DOGWOOD moderate tile value, and it is a well-known plant name
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