swamp bay

/swɑmp beɪ/
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Other forms: swamp bays

Definitions of swamp bay
  1. noun
    shrub or small tree having rather small fragrant white flowers; abundant in southeastern United States
    synonyms: Magnolia virginiana, swamp laurel, sweet bay
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    type of:
    magnolia
    any shrub or tree of the genus Magnolia; valued for their longevity and exquisite fragrant blooms
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