ALL meanings of ailanthus
ai·lan·thus
A a - noun ailanthus an E Asian simaroubaceous deciduous tree, Ailanthus altissima, planted in Europe and North America, having pinnate leaves, small greenish flowers, and winged fruits 3
- noun ailanthus any tree or shrub of a genus (Ailanthus) of the quassia family, having pointed leaflets, fine-grained wood, and clusters of small, greenish flowers with an unpleasant odor 3
- noun ailanthus A tall large-leaved deciduous tree that is widely grown as an ornamental or shade tree. Native to Asia and Australasia, it has been naturalized in North America and central and southern Europe. 1
- noun plural ailanthus any tree belonging to the genus Ailanthus, of the quassia family, especially A. altissima, widely grown in cities. 1
- noun ailanthus Any of several deciduous Asiatic trees of the genus Ailanthus, including the tree of heaven. 0