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

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