eucalyptus
2 synonyms for eucalyptus, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tall evergreen tree, mostly native to Australia, valued for its aromatic oil-bearing leaves.
Synonyms
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Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
eucalypt
eucalyptus tree
How to use eucalyptus
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
eucalyptus oil
eucalyptus tree
eucalyptus leaves
Etymology
Borrowed via French from Modern Latin, built from Ancient Greek eu- (\"well\") + kalúptō (\"to cover\") — describing how the flower bud is covered by a cap before it opens.
Full origin of eucalyptus →Frequently asked questions
What does “eucalyptus” mean?
The word “eucalyptus” means a tall evergreen tree, mostly native to Australia, valued for its aromatic oil-bearing leaves. In plain terms, an aromatic Australian tree (or the pale green colour named after its leaves).
How do you pronounce “eucalyptus”?
“Eucalyptus” is pronounced yoo-kuh-LIHP-tuhs (/ˌjuː.kəˈlɪp.təs/ in IPA).
How do you use “eucalyptus” in a sentence?
Here is “eucalyptus” used in a sentence: “Koalas feed almost exclusively on eucalyptus leaves.”
What part of speech is “eucalyptus”?
“Eucalyptus” is a noun.
Where does the word “eucalyptus” come from?
The word “eucalyptus” comes from Ancient Greek. Borrowed via French from Modern Latin, built from Ancient Greek eu- (\"well\") + kalúptō (\"to cover\") — describing how the flower bud is covered by a cap before it opens.
How many meanings does “eucalyptus” have?
“Eucalyptus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tall evergreen tree, mostly native to Australia, valued for its aromatic oil-bearing leaves.
