myrsine

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Noun myrsine has 1 sense

Myrsine, genus Myrsine - evergreen trees and shrubs having aromatic foliage; Africa; Asia: New Zealand
--₁ is a kind of dicot genus, magnoliopsid genus
--₁ is a member of Myrsinaceae, family Myrsinaceae, myrsine family

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Myrsine

Noun

A tropical evergreen shrub or small tree belonging to the family Primulaceae, native to various regions across the world.

Example sentence: The dense foliage of the myrsine provides a perfect habitat for many small birds.

Adjective

Referring to or characteristic of the myrsine plant.

Example sentence: The myrsine leaves have a glossy appearance, giving the plant an attractive look.

Pronoun

A term used to refer to a person or thing that is precious or cherished.

Example sentence: Jane is the myrsine of my life; I can't imagine living without her.