sequoia
UK: sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə | US: sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə
n. A very tall evergreen tree native to California, belonging to the cypress family, known for its massive size and longevity.
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The word "sequoia" originates from the Cherokee scholar Sequoyah (also spelled Sikwayi), who created the Cherokee syllabary. The tree was named in his honor in the mid-19th century by Austrian botanist Stephan Endlicher. The name reflects neither Latin nor Greek roots but is a tribute to Indigenous heritage. The spelling and structure remain intact as a borrowed proper noun.
The towering sequoias in California can live for thousands of years.
We hiked through a forest of ancient sequoias, marveling at their immense trunks.
Sequoia National Park is home to some of the world’s largest trees.
The bark of a sequoia is remarkably fire-resistant.
Scientists study sequoias to understand their incredible resilience.