Ulmus
- proper noun
- Specialized
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Ulmus
- To observe the unique serrated leaves of Ulmus, one should visit the park during the summer.
- Ulmus elms
- Ulmus americana
- American Ulmus
Examples
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"But, ironically," says Townsend, "the American elm, Ulmus americana, is the elm species most susceptible to the European disease."
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PHOTO (COLOR): American elm, Ulmus americana L.
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Frontier was developed by crossing the lacebark elm, Ulmus parvifolia, with a European species.
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Dutch elm disease (Ophiostoma novo-ulmi), which arrived in the early 1970s, kills American elms (Ulmus americana) before they grow large enough.
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The American elm, Ulmus americana, is known for its impressive height and widespread presence in North America.
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Many cities prefer planting Ulmus species due to their resilience to urban conditions.
Synonyms
A group of elm trees that lose their leaves each year and have saw-like leaf edges
Compounds
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A group of elm trees that lose their leaves each year and have saw-like leaf edges
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A tall hybrid elm tree grown for its attractive shape and leaves
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A type of elm tree with upright branches and broad leaves grown in gardens
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A tree with upright branches and broader leaves than other elms
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A tall elm tree from eastern North America with strong wood used for furniture
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A small, fast-growing bushy elm tree from Asia often planted for shade or decoration
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A type of English elm tree with upright branches and broader leaves
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Ulmus comes from the Latin word ulmus, which means 'elm', just like the English word elm. Scientists use Ulmus as the formal name for the group of elm trees, so Ulmus refers to the elms you see in parks and streets.
