n. 1. a. A large rhododendron (Rhododendron maximum) of eastern North America, having large glossy leaves and flowers with a white to rose-pink, bell-shaped corolla with green spots. Also called great laurel. b. Any of several similar rhododendrons. 2. See oleander. 3. Chiefly British A fireweed. |
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