noun
- Plural of deodara; a tall Himalayan cedar tree (Cedrus deodara) valued for its wood and ornamental qualities.
Usage: Also called Himalayan cedar or deodar cedar; The singular form is deodara
Examples
- The deodaras in the botanical garden are over 100 years old.
- Deodaras are native to the western Himalayas and are prized for their fragrant wood.
- Many deodaras have been planted in temperate regions as ornamental trees.
- The timber from deodaras is resistant to decay and insects.
- Several deodaras line the entrance to the estate.