oleaster

(ō′lē as′tər, ō′lē as′tər)

noun

any of several plants (genus Elaeagnus) of the oleaster family, often grown for ornament; esp. the Russian olive

Origin: ME oliaster < L < olea: see oleaginous

adjective

designating a family (Elaeagnaceae, order Proteales) of dicotyledonous plants, including buffalo berry

See oleaster in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun In both senses also called Russian olive, silverberry.

A small Eurasian tree (Elaeagnus angustifolia) having oblong silvery leaves, fragrant greenish flowers, and olivelike fruit.
The fruit of this tree.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English

Origin: , from Latin

Origin: , from olea, olive tree; see oleaginous

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