Shadblow (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various North American trees or shrubs having showy white flowers and edible blue-black or purplish fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The shadblow tree in our backyard was in full bloom, attracting a swarm of bees and butterflies to its fragrant flowers.
- As a child, I loved eating the sweet fruit of the shadblow shrubs that grew along the edge of our property.
- In late spring, the park's walking trails are lined with blooming shadblow trees, creating a stunning display of white flowers.
- We made a point to visit the nearby nature preserve in early summer, when the shadblow trees are heavy with juicy blue-black fruit.
- The gardener recommended planting a shadblow tree in our front yard, praising its attractive flowers and tolerance for drought.