Japanese maple

/ˌˈdʒæpəˌˈniz ˌmeɪpəl/

Other forms: Japanese maples

Definitions of Japanese maple

1. noun

   ornamental shrub or small tree of Japan and Korea with deeply incised leaves; cultivated in many varieties
   synonyms: Acer palmatum

   type of:

   maple

   any of numerous trees or shrubs of the genus Acer bearing winged seeds in pairs; north temperate zone
2. noun

   leaves deeply incised and bright red in autumn; Japan
   synonyms: Acer japonicum, full moon maple

   type of:

   maple

   any of numerous trees or shrubs of the genus Acer bearing winged seeds in pairs; north temperate zone