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cornel /ˈkɔːn(ə)l /nounA dogwood, especially of a dwarf variety.- Genus Cornus, family Cornaceae: several species, including the dwarf C. suecica.
The best fruit of any Old World species is that of Cornus mas, commonly called cornel or cornelian cherry....- The survakane - a decorated branch from a cornel tree - is another tradition of well-wishing.
- The cornel tree is a symbol of health, prosperity and power on Vassil Day.
OriginLate Middle English (denoting the wood of the cornelian cherry): from Old French corneille, from Latin cornus. |