Magnolia

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ËŒmæɡˈnoliÉ™/

Origin

Named after French botanist Pierre Magnol (1638-1715).

Noun

1. A tree or shrub in any species of the genus Magnolia, many with large flowers and simple leaves.
2. The flower of a magnolia tree.
3. A native or resident of the American state of Mississippi.
4. A creamy white colour, like that of some magnolia flowers.

Full definition of magnolia

Adjective

1. Of a creamy white colour, like that of some magnolia flowers.