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Definition of umbellularia
umbellularia
/ˌʌm.bɛl.jʊˈlɛə.ri.ə/
um · bel · lu · lar · i · a
Plural:umbellularias
umbellularia Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
North American A monotypic genus of aromatic evergreen trees in the laurel family (Lauraceae), comprising only the species Umbellularia californica, native to the coastal forests of California and Oregon.
Example
"Woodworkers highly prize the dense lumber from umbellularia, often sold commercially as Oregon myrtlewood, for its beautiful grain."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Modern Latin, derived from Latin 'umbellula' (a small umbel), referring to the characteristic arrangement of its flower clusters, combined with the botanical suffix '-aria'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Umbellularia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/umbellularia