nutmeg-yew

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Noun nutmeg-yew has 1 sense

California nutmeg, nutmeg-yew, Torreya californica - California evergreen having a fruit resembling a nutmeg but with a strong turpentine flavor
--₁ is a kind of yew
--₁ is a member of Torreya, genus Torreya

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Nutmeg-yew

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A species of yew tree (Taxus montanea) known for its aromatic fruit resembling the smell of nutmeg.

Example Sentence: The nutmeg-yew is a slow-growing evergreen tree native to the mountainous regions of Southeast Asia.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Having the aromatic fragrance or flavor similar to nutmeg spice.

Example Sentence: The dessert had a delightful nutmeg-yew taste that perfectly balanced the sweetness.