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Definition of false spirea
false spirea
(UK: false spiraea)
Plural:false spireas
false spirea Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Any of various ornamental deciduous shrubs in the rose family (especially of the genus Sorbaria, native to eastern Asia) or perennial herbs (especially of the genus Astilbe) cultivated for their fern-like compound foliage and large, feathery terminal panicles of tiny white, pink, or creamy blossoms that resemble those of true spireas.
Example
"The landscaper planted rows of false spirea along the shaded garden border, where their feathery white flower plumes brightened the summer foliage."
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180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of False spirea. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/false spirea