Definition

Noun: * Ulmus alata: A species of North American elm tree, characterized by its distinctive twigs and young branches which have prominent corky, wing-like ridges or projections.

Usage Notes

• This is the scientific or botanical name for a specific type of tree, commonly known as the winged elm.
• It is primarily used in formal, scientific, or horticultural contexts to precisely identify this species.
• In everyday conversation, the common name "winged elm" is more frequently used.

Examples

• Scientific Context:
  • The forest survey noted the presence of Ulmus alata in the understory.
  • The corky wings on the branches are a key identifier for Ulmus alata.
• Descriptive Context:
  • The Ulmus alata in the arboretum is particularly majestic.

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used in binomial nomenclature discussions, where is the genus (elm) and is the specific epithet meaning "winged."

Variants and Related Words

• Winged elm (n): The common name for .
• Wahoo (n): A regional common name for this tree in some parts of the southern United States.
• Cork elm (n): Another common name, referring to the same corky bark feature.

Synonyms

• Winged elm
• Wahoo (regional)
• Cork elm

Different Meanings

• This term has only one specific meaning: it refers exclusively to this particular species of elm tree. It is not used idiomatically or in other contexts.

Noun

1. North American elm having twigs and young branches with prominent corky projections