1. plural of yew; evergreen trees or shrubs with dark green needle-like leaves and red berries

Examples

• The ancient yews in the churchyard were over 800 years old.
• She planted several yews along the property line for privacy.
• The gardener trimmed the yews into neat geometric shapes.
• Yews are popular in landscaping because they stay green year-round.
• The cemetery was surrounded by towering yews that provided shade.
• Many English gardens feature carefully maintained yews as hedges.