May (Noun)
Meaning 1
Thorny Eurasian shrub of small tree having dense clusters of white to scarlet flowers followed by deep red berries; established as an escape in eastern North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The may tree in our backyard was a haven for birds and bees alike, its vibrant flowers and berries attracting a variety of wildlife.
- In the early summer, the may blooms in the forest, painting the landscape with its delicate white petals.
- The dense thorns of the may made it a formidable barrier, protecting the tender shoots and berries from hungry herbivores.
- As the seasons changed, the may transformed from a lush green shrub to a fiery red spectacle, its berries ripening in the autumn sun.
- In the stillness of the winter, the may stood bare, its branches etched against the grey sky like a delicate pen and ink drawing.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
The month following April and preceding June.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.