rhus

/ruːs/; /ruːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Anacardiaceae, including poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.

“The plant’s sap belongs to the genus Rhus and is highly allergenic.”

Synonyms

  • Anacardium
  • Toxicodendron

Antonyms

  • Edible
  • Non-allergenic