Associations to the word «Nyssa»

Wiktionary

NYSSA, proper noun. A taxonomic genus within the family Cornaceae   — the tupelo tree, etc.
NYSSA, proper noun. A female given name
NYSSA, proper noun. (historical) A ancient Roman town in Cappadocia, noted for its once bishop, the 4th century Christian saint Gregory of Nyssa.
NYSSA SYLVATICA, proper noun. A taxonomic species within the family Cornaceae   — the sour gum, black tupelo, or blackgum tree.

Dictionary definition

NYSSA, noun. Tupelos: deciduous trees of moist habitats especially swamps and beside ponds.

Wise words

When you have spoken the word, it reigns over you. When it is unspoken you reign over it.
Arabian Proverb