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Definition of corylopsis

corylopsis

/ˌkɔːr.ɪˈlɑːp.sɪs/
cor · y · lop · sis
Plural:corylopsises
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corylopsis Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A genus of deciduous shrubs in the witch-hazel family (Hamamelidaceae), native to eastern Asia, characterized by drooping clusters of pale yellow, often fragrant flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge; commonly known as winter hazel.

Example

"The gardener planted a corylopsis near the entrance to enjoy its fragrant yellow blooms in early spring."

• Rhymes for corylopsis

• Nearby Words

corvid
corydalis
corydoras
corylopsis
cosmos
costa rica
costus

Word Origin & Etymology

From New Latin, derived from Greek 'korylos' (hazel) and '-opsis' (appearance or likeness), referring to the resemblance of its leaves to those of the hazel tree.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Corylopsis. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/corylopsis
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