eucalyptus
noun
eu·ca·lyp·tus
ˌyü-kə-ˈlip-təs 
plural eucalypti
ˌyü-kə-ˈlip-ˌtī
-ˌtē
or eucalyptuses
-ˌtē
or eucalyptuses
: any of a genus (Eucalyptus) of mostly Australian evergreen trees or rarely shrubs of the myrtle family that have rigid entire leaves and umbellate flowers and are widely cultivated for their gums, resins, oils, and woods
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Use scents that deter bees around your home, such as peppermint, spearmint, eucalyptus and thyme.
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Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2025
Rooms start at a sizable 290 square feet and feature Australian palettes of eucalyptus and ochre, their warm tones enhancing the luxury of leathers, velvets, terrazzo, and timber.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
The lounger is made with weather-resistant eucalyptus wood, and the polyester cushions are fade-proof and water-, mold- and mildew-resistant.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 27 Mar. 2025
It’s made from solid eucalyptus wood and has a warm brown finish that fits in well with any style living room.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2025
Rooms start at a sizable 290 square feet and feature Australian palettes of eucalyptus and ochre, their warm tones enhancing the luxury of leathers, velvets, terrazzo, and timber.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
The lounger is made with weather-resistant eucalyptus wood, and the polyester cushions are fade-proof and water-, mold- and mildew-resistant.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 27 Mar. 2025
It’s made from solid eucalyptus wood and has a warm brown finish that fits in well with any style living room.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eucalyptus
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“Eucalyptus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eucalyptus. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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eucalyptus
noun
eu·ca·lyp·tus
ˌyü-kə-ˈlip-təs
plural eucalypti
-ˌtī
-ˌtē
or eucalyptuses
: any of a genus of mostly Australian evergreen trees of the myrtle family including many that are widely cultivated for their gums, resins, oils, and useful woods
Medical Definition
eucalyptus
noun
eu·ca·lyp·tus
ˌyü-kə-ˈlip-təs
1
capitalized
: a genus of mostly Australian evergreen trees or rarely shrubs of the myrtle family that have rigid entire leaves and umbellate flowers and are widely cultivated for their gums, resins, oils, and useful woods
eucalyptus
adjective
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