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Definition of southern magnolia
southern magnolia
Plural:southern magnolias
• noun
1
American A large, striking evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States, characterized by its thick, glossy, dark green leaves and massive, intensely fragrant white flowers.
Example
"The historic estate was approached by a long, sweeping driveway lined with magnificent Southern magnolias."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Southern magnolia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/southern-magnolia