swamp laurel

/swɑmp ˌlɔrəl/
IPA guide

Definitions of swamp laurel
  1. noun
    laurel of bogs of northwestern United States having small purple flowers and pale leaves that are glaucous beneath
    synonyms: Kalmia polifolia, bog kalmia, bog laurel
    see moresee less
    type of:
    kalmia
    any plant of the genus Kalmia
  2. noun
    shrub or small tree having rather small fragrant white flowers; abundant in southeastern United States
    synonyms: Magnolia virginiana, swamp bay, sweet bay
    see moresee less
    type of:
    magnolia
    any shrub or tree of the genus Magnolia; valued for their longevity and exquisite fragrant blooms
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘swamp laurel'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family