ulmus

/ʌlməs/

Definitions

1. noun

the elm tree, a deciduous tree of the genus Ulmus, having simple, alternate leaves and a usually rounded crown

“The city park featured several majestic ulmus trees that provided shade and beauty to the area.”

2. genus

a genus of deciduous trees in the family Ulmaceae, native to the Northern Hemisphere

“The genus Ulmus is commonly known as the elm genus.”

Synonyms

  • elm

Antonyms

  • pine