alexanders

American  

[al-ig-zan-derz, -zahn-] / ˌæl ɪgˈzæn dərz, -ˈzɑn- /

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

plural

alexanders

1. a tall plant, Angelica atropurpurea, of the parsley family, having broad clusters of small white flowers.

2. a related plant, Smyrnium olusatrum, having yellowish flowers.

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alexanders British  

/ ˌælɪɡˈzɑːndəz /

noun

1. a biennial umbelliferous plant, Smyrnium olusatrum, native to S Europe, with dense umbels of yellow-green flowers and black fruits

2. an umbelliferous plant, Zizia aurea, of North America, having yellow flowers in compound umbels

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Etymology

Origin of alexanders

Probably < French alexandre ( s ); compare Middle English alisaundre (< OF), Old English alexandre < Medieval Latin ( petroselīnum ) Alexandrīnum a name for Smyrnium olusatrum, and synonymous with Medieval Latin petroselīnum Macedonicum, apparently through association of Macedonia with Alexander the Great; parsley

Example Sentences

When Jackson returned 10 years later and asked the Alexanders for permission to film “The Hobbit” on their property, it came with a condition: This time, the structures built for the project had to be permanent.

From Los Angeles Times

The Alexanders kept poodles and dined together every night.

From New York Times

The Alexanders said this was the first time they had ever been involved in the same game as teammates or opponents.

From Seattle Times

He says he hopes the Alexanders’ donation signals their confidence in the museum and its work, and he is pleased by the opportunity to carry their name in his title.

From Washington Times

The Alexanders declined to comment for this article.

From Washington Times