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Definition of edgeworthia
edgeworthia
/ˌɛdʒˈwɜːr.θi.ə/
edge · wor · thi · a
Plural:edgeworthias
edgeworthia Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Any deciduous shrub of the genus Edgeworthia in the family Thymelaeaceae, native to East Asia and the Himalayas, cultivated for its dense, pendulous clusters of fragrant, tubular yellow or cream flowers that bloom on bare branches in late winter and early spring, and for its tough bark used to make high-quality paper.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Edgeworthia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/edgeworthia