Pronunciation of 'Oleaceae'
The word 'Oleaceae' refers to the botanical family of plants that includes olive trees, jasmine, and lilacs. It is pronounced as 'oh-lee-AY-see-ee' in English.
Word Origin
The word 'Oleaceae' originates from the Latin word 'olea,' meaning 'olive,' combined with the suffix '-aceae,' which is commonly used to denote plant families.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A botanical family of flowering plants, including olive trees, jasmine, and lilacs.
Pronounced as 'oh-lee-AY-see-ee,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Oh' as in 'go,' 'lee' as in 'lee,' 'AY' as in 'day,' 'see' as in 'see,' and 'ee' as in 'tree.'