English

Adjective

broadleaf ‎(not comparable)

1. Used to define a type of tree: having broad and flat, often deciduous leaves as opposed to having needles.
2. Used in the name of a plant or tree: having especially broad leaves.

Synonyms

• broad-leafed, broad-leaved
• latifoliate, latifolious

Derived terms

• broadleaf arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia)
• broadleaf dock (Rumex obtusifolius)
• broadleaf plantain (Plantago major)

Translations

Alternative forms

• broad-leaf

Noun

broadleaf ‎(plural broadleafs or broadleaves)

1. A tree (Terminalia latifolia, now Terminalia catappa) of Jamaica.
2. A type of tobacco having broad leaves, used for making cigars.

Synonyms

• (tree of Jamaica): almond tree, Indian almond, tropical almond, umbrella tree