English Elm (Noun)
Meaning
Broad spreading rough-leaved elm common throughout Europe and planted elsewhere.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The English elm, with its broad canopy, is a striking feature of many old country estates.
- English elm trees are widely distributed throughout Europe and have been introduced to many other parts of the world.
- The park's central walk was lined with majestic English elms, their rough, gnarled trunks a testament to their age.
- Dutch elm disease has had a devastating impact on the English elm population, leading to widespread decline in recent decades.
- In some areas, conservation efforts are underway to protect and restore English elm trees, which are an important part of the local ecosystem.