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A genus of trees including the olive.

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  1. n. A genus of trees including the olive.
  2. A genus of trees including the olive. Note: The Chinese Olea fragrans, noted for its fragrance, and the American devilwood (Olea Americana) are now usually referred to another genus (Osmanthus).
  3. n evergreen trees and shrubs having oily one-seeded fruits