Definition

Noun 1. A species of maple tree: Acer negundo is a species of deciduous tree in the genus Acer, commonly known as the box elder, boxelder maple, or ash-leaved maple. It is characterized by its compound leaves, which are atypical for maples, and its rapid growth.

Usage and Examples

• As a subject: " is often found near streams and rivers."
• As an object: "The park's landscape plan includes several for quick shade."
• With modifiers: "The young saplings grew rapidly in the wet soil."

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or scientific contexts: The term is used for precise taxonomic identification.
  • Example: "The study compared the drought tolerance of Acer negundo to that of Acer saccharum."

Variants and Related Words

• Common Name: Box elder, boxelder maple, ash-leaved maple.
  • Example: "The box elder (Acer negundo) is easily identified by its compound leaves."
• Related Term: (genus). The genus containing all maple species.
  • Example: "Acer negundo belongs to the genus Acer, which includes sugar maples and red maples."

Synonyms

• Box elder
• Boxelder maple
• Ash-leaved maple

Different Meanings

This term has a single, specific meaning as the scientific (Latin) name for a particular species of tree. It does not have other general or figurative meanings.

Noun

1. common shade tree of eastern and central United States