cornelian cherry
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Tweet n. 1. A deciduous Eurasian shrub or small tree (Cornus mas) cultivated for its clusters of early blooming, small yellow flowers and cherrylike, edible, sour fruits. 2. The fruit of this plant, used for jellies and preserves. [From CORNEL.] |
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