Noun Definition

ironwood

1.Definition: a small slow-growing deciduous tree of northern Iran having a low domed shape

Related Noun(s):iron tree, ironwood tree

Category: Plants

2.Definition: exceptionally tough or hard wood of any of a number of ironwood trees

Category: Plants

3.Definition: handsome East Indian evergreen tree often planted as an ornamental for its fragrant white flowers that yield a perfume; source of very heavy hardwood used for railroad ties

Related Noun(s):ironwood tree, mesua ferrea, rose chestnut

Category: Plants

4.Definition: medium-sized hop hornbeam of eastern North America

Related Noun(s):eastern hop hornbeam, ironwood tree, ostrya virginiana

Category: Plants