plumeria

noun

plu·​me·​ria plü-ˈmir-ē-ə How to pronounce plumeria (audio)

Examples of plumeria in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Moana's collection is inspired by her bold spirit, according to the release, and her fragrance contains notes of lush green palms, plumeria breeze and coconut water. Jasmine. Felecia Wellington Radel, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025 Finally, Moana serves as the inspiration for the final fragrance, featuring notes of lush green palms, plumeria breeze and coconut water. Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Feb. 2025 Kauai Photo: Courtesy of 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay Considered one of the more authentic escapes in Hawaii, Kauai is a breathtaking retreat with the scents of saltwater and plumeria wafting across the island. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024 All plumeria, also called frangipani, appear to be susceptible to a rust fungus causing the discoloration and decline of the leaves usually from midsummer through fall. Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for plumeria 

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, genus name, from Charles Plumier †1704 French botanist

First Known Use

1734, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of plumeria was in 1734

Dictionary Entries Near plumeria

Cite this Entry

“Plumeria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plumeria. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!