Recent Examples on the WebThe syringa is Idaho's state flower.—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 5 Feb. 2023 In every yard a dozen landmarks (here a lilac bush, there a sweet syringa) are missing.—New York Times, 30 Aug. 2021
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Word History
Etymology
New Latin, genus name, from Greek syring-, syrinx panpipe
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