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Definition of euonymus

euonymus

/juːˈɑː.nɪ.məs/
eu · on · y · mus
Plural:euonymuses
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• noun

1

Any shrub, woody vine, or small tree of the genus Euonymus in the staff-tree family (Celastraceae), widely distributed across temperate regions and frequently cultivated as ornamental plants for their attractive foliage and colorful capsule fruits.

Example

"The landscaper recommended planting a variegated euonymus along the foundation to provide bright, year-round foliage."

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• Rhymes for euonymus

• Nearby Words

euglena
eulachon
eulalia
euonymus
eupatorium
euphonia
euphorbia

Word Origin & Etymology

From New Latin, derived from Greek 'euōnymos' meaning 'well-named' or 'honored' (from 'eu-' meaning 'good' and 'onyma' meaning 'name'). The Greek term was historically used as an ironic euphemism for a plant known to be poisonous to cattle.

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Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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