alexanders Meaning & Definition
/ˌælɪɡˈzændɚz/
What Does Alexanders Mean?
As a noun, alexanders means Any of various umbellifers, often specifically Smyrnium olusatrum or Heracleum maximum, the cow parsnip. It can also mean Various plants of genus Zizia or Angelica thought to resemble European alexanders.
Word Facts for Alexanders
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌælɪɡˈzændɚz/ |
| Synonyms | alexander, smyrnium olusatrum and black lovage |
Alexanders Definition (Noun)
- Any of various umbellifers, often specifically Smyrnium olusatrum or Heracleum maximum, the cow parsnip.
- Various plants of genus Zizia or Angelica thought to resemble European alexanders.
Noun
- plural of alexander
Noun
- A cocktail made of cognac or gin, white crème de cacao, and light cream.
Synonyms of Alexanders
Alexanders synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
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Origin of Alexanders
Origin 1: From French alisander, apparently named for Alexander the Great, for one or more species thought to be endemic to Macedonia.
Origin 2: See alexander, Alexander.