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Definition of tulip tree

tulip tree

Plural:tulip trees
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A large, fast-growing deciduous tree native to eastern North America, belonging to the magnolia family and distinguished by its cup-shaped, yellow-green flowers and uniquely four-lobed leaves.

Example

"The towering tulip tree in the front yard burst into a canopy of pale yellow-green blooms in late spring."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although frequently referred to colloquially as a 'yellow poplar,' the tulip tree is not a true poplar but actually a member of the magnolia family.

• Nearby Words

tule river
tuliman
tulip
tulip tree
tulipa
tuliplike
tulle

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tulip tree. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tulip-tree
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