Definitions

1. noun

A tree of the genus Nyssa, having a broad, rounded crown and small white or pinkish flowers.

“The park was filled with beautiful tupelos, their flowers blooming in the spring.”

2. noun

A city located in Mississippi, United States.

“Tupelo is a popular tourist destination known for its historic sites and cultural events.”

3. proper noun

A nickname for the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, a supersonic reconnaissance plane.

“The Tupelo was an incredible feat of engineering and speed.”