Word
rowan
US/ˈɹoʊən/
UK/ɹˈəʊən/
Definition
n. a small tree that grows red berries in the autumn. In some old stories, people believed this tree could protect them from bad luck or magic.
n. any of several small deciduous trees or shrubs in the genus Sorbus, typically bearing pinnate leaves and clusters of red pomes. Often associated with folklore and protective magic in Northern European traditions.
Examples
“The rowan tree in the garden is full of bright red berries.”
“In autumn, the rowan's heavy clusters of fruit attract a wide variety of birds to the woodland edge.”
“The ancient rowan stood as a solitary sentinel on the hillside, its gnarled branches a testament to the harsh winds and the enduring myths of the highlands.”
Examples
simple
“The rowan tree in the garden is full of bright red berries.”
contextual
“In autumn, the rowan's heavy clusters of fruit attract a wide variety of birds to the woodland edge.”
complex
“The ancient rowan stood as a solitary sentinel on the hillside, its gnarled branches a testament to the harsh winds and the enduring myths of the highlands.”
Usage
Often used as a modifier in compound nouns like 'rowan tree' or 'rowan berry'.
Real-World Examples
“A few years ago, a lovely volunteer guiding me around an ancient church in North Yorkshire explained she had planted a rowan tree in her garden.” “It says that while pines contain flammable resins, species such as alder, rowan, aspen and birch are higher in moisture content which means they do not burn as easily.” Scan code
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