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Noun: sumac  'shoo,mak or 'soo,mak
  1. A shrub or tree of the genus Rhus (usually limited to the non-poisonous members of the genus)
    "The sumac's leaves turned a brilliant red in autumn";
    - sumach, shumac [rare]
     
  2. Wood of a sumac
    "The craftsman used sumac wood to create unique decorative pieces"

Derived forms: sumacs

Type of: bush, shrub, wood

Part of: genus Rhus, Rhus

Encyclopedia: Sumac