Cotoneaster Definition & Meaning

cotoneaster
noun
  1. any shrub of the genus Cotoneaster: erect or creeping shrubs having richly colored autumn foliage and many small white to pinkish flowers followed by tiny red or black fruits

"Cotoneaster" in song lyrics

See how cotoneaster is used in real songs:

  • "cranberry cotoneaster"
    AOL — AOL
  • "fire blight and cotoneaster"
    AOL — AOL

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