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Sumach
see synonyms of sumachNoun
a shrub or tree of the genus Rhus (usually limited to the non-poisonous members of the genus)
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Sumach
see synonyms of sumachnoun
1.
any temperate or subtropical shrub or small tree of the anacardiaceous genus Rhus, having compound leaves, clusters of green flowers, and red hairy fruits
See also poison sumach2.
a preparation of powdered leaves of certain species of Rhus, esp R. coriaria, used in dyeing and tanning
3.
the wood of any of these plants
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Sumach
see synonyms of sumachn.
1. Any of various shrubs or small trees of the genera Rhus and Toxicodendron, having compound leaves, clusters of small greenish flowers, and usually red, hairy fruit. Species in the genus Toxicodendron, such as poison sumac, have toxic sap.
2. A tart, dark reddish-brown powder made from the ground dried fruits of a Eurasian sumac (Rhus coriaria), used as a seasoning in Middle Eastern cuisine.
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