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yew

yew [ yoo ] (plural yews)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. evergreen tree: an evergreen tree or bush that has flat dark green needles and scarlet fruits arils that resemble berries. Most parts of the tree are considered poisonous. Genus Taxus.

2. wood: the fine-grained wood of a poisonous evergreen tree. Use: cabinetmaking and, especially formerly, making bows.

3. yew bow: an archer's bow made of yew wood

[ Old English īw< Germanic]
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