sassafras Synonyms
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sassafras Meaning
sassafras (n)
yellowwood tree with brittle wood and aromatic leaves and bark; source of sassafras oil; widely distributed in eastern North America
dried root bark of the sassafras tree
sassafras (n.)
An American tree of the Laurel family (officinale); also, the bark of the roots, which has an aromatic smell and taste.
sassafras Sentence Examples
- The sweet aroma of sassafras wafted through the forest, enticing passersby.
- Medicinal teas often incorporate sassafras for its purported health benefits.
- The bark of the sassafras tree was historically used to create root beer.
- Sassafras roots possess a distinctive spicy and woody flavor.
- Researchers have studied sassafras oils for their potential antimicrobial properties.
- Some sassafras species are threatened due to habitat loss and deforestation.
- The bright red berries of sassafras shrubs attract birds and other wildlife.
- The leaves of sassafras resemble mittens, giving it the common name "mitten tree."
- Sassafras wood is lightweight and durable, making it suitable for crafting.
- The dried and ground root of sassafras can be used as a spice in cooking.
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yellowwood tree with brittle wood and aromatic leaves and bark; source of sassafras oil; widely distributed in eastern North America, dried root bark of the sas
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The sweet aroma of sassafras wafted through the forest, enticing passersby.
Medicinal teas often incorporate sassafras for its purported health benefits.
The bark of the sassafras tree was historically used to create root beer.
Sassafras roots possess a distinctive spicy and woody flavor.
