Phrase guide

Japanese lilac

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of Japanese tree lilac.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: Japanese tree lilac

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

lilac of northern China having ovate leaves and profuse early summer rose-lilac flowers

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: Syringa villosa

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: lilac

History

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