Black Gum Definition
noun
A deciduous tree (Nyssa sylvatica) of eastern North America, having glossy, somewhat leathery leaves that turn bright scarlet or orange in the fall.
American Heritage
A tall, deciduous tupelo (Nyssa sylvatica) with sour purple fruits and leaves that turn scarlet in the fall, found in moist forests of the E U.S.
Webster's New World
A tree native to eastern North America, Nyssa sylvatica.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
- nyssa-sylvatica
- pepperidge
- sour-gum
- black mallee
- black sally
- Eucalytus stellulata
Other Word Forms of Black Gum
Noun
Singular:
black gum
Plural:
black-gums
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