Pronunciation of 'Oleaceae'
The word 'Oleaceae' refers to a family of flowering plants, commonly known as the olive family. It is pronounced as 'oʊˈliːəsiː' in English.
Word Origin
The term 'Oleaceae' originates from New Latin, derived from 'Olea,' the genus name for olives, and the suffix '-aceae,' which is used to denote plant families.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A family of flowering plants, including olives, lilacs, and jasmine.
Pronounced as 'oh-LEE-uh-see,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Oh' as in 'go,' 'LEE' as in 'lee,' and 'uh-see' as in 'uh-see.'