magnolia

Definition

A tree or shrub in any species of the genus Magnolia, many with large flowers and simple leaves.

Etymology

Borrowed from translingual Magnolia, from French Magnol + -ia. Named after French botanist Pierre Magnol (1638–1715). The surname is a form of the male given name Magne, from Latin magnus, which in turn from Proto-Italic *magnos, from Proto-Indo-European *m̥ǵh₂nós, from *méǵh₂s (“great”). .

Example Sentences

• "There are clusters of magnolias that are so tall and green and glossy, they are impossible to climb, and the air around them always smells like peaches."