Chinese magnolia

/ˈtʃaɪˌniz mægˌnoʊliə/
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Definitions of Chinese magnolia
  1. noun
    large deciduous shrub or small tree having large open rosy to purplish flowers; native to Asia; prized as an ornamental in eastern North America
    synonyms: Magnolia soulangiana, saucer magnolia
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    type of:
    magnolia
    any shrub or tree of the genus Magnolia; valued for their longevity and exquisite fragrant blooms
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