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Chionanthus

noun
Chi·​o·​nan·​thus | \ ˌkīəˈnan(t)thəs\

Definition of Chionanthus

: a genus of low trees or shrubs (family Oleaceae) having drooping panicles of fragrant flowers with narrow petals — see fringe tree

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History and Etymology for Chionanthus

New Latin, from chion + -anthus

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