Definition

A type of wild cherry tree that is often used for grafting other cherry varieties.

Example

The gardener chose a mazzard to use as the rootstock for his new cherry trees.

Conversation

Did you know that a mazzard is actually a type of wild cherry?

Really? I had no idea!

Yeah, it's often used for grafting other cherry varieties.

That's interesting! I might try to find one for my garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'mazzard' originates from Middle English 'masard', which is derived from Old French 'masard' (meaning a type of wild bird, specifically a young hawk). The term refers to a specific kind of bird, often associated with hunting and falconry.

Memory Tip

Imagine a young hawk soaring through the sky — that's what 'mazzard' refers to, a type of wild bird.

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