noun
rhododendron
roh-duh-DEN-drun/ˌrəʊdəˈdendrən/
A shrub or small tree with large clusters of showy flowers.
A pink rhododendron blooms beside the front steps each spring.
Etymology
The literal “rose-tree” name brings together flowers and woody growth, fitting a shrub prized for its profuse, showy blossoms.
In context
you'll have beautiful blooms for next year so only prune your rhododendron immediately after it's done blooming in the fall
More examples
- We planted two rhododendrons along the shaded path.
- The rhododendron's flower clusters attract bees.
- She waters the young rhododendron during dry weather.
Forms
rhododendron · rhododendrons