large-leaved cucumber tree

American

[lahrj-leevd] / ˈlɑrdʒˌlivd /

noun

a round-headed tree, Magnolia macrophylla, of the southeastern United States, having soft, hairy leaves from 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 centimeters) long, fragrant, cup-shaped, creamy-white flowers with a purplish base which are from 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 centimeters) wide, and rose-colored, round fruit.

Etymology

Origin of large-leaved cucumber tree

An Americanism dating back to 1880–85

Example Sentences

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The large-leaved cucumber tree exceeds all other magnolias in the size of its leaves and flowers.

From Trees Worth Knowing by Rogers, Julia Ellen

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