cypres Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun large tropical American tree of the genus Cordia grown for its abundant creamy white flowers and valuable wood
princewood; Cordia alliodora; Equador laurel; salmwood; cypre; Spanish elm.
WordNet
Cy`pres" noun
Etymology
OF., nearly.Definitions
(Law) A rule for construing written instruments so as to conform as nearly to the intention of the parties as is consistent with law. Mozley & W.
