/
ˈsuːmak,
ˈʃuː-/
n.
- a shrub or small tree with compound leaves, conical clusters of fruits, and bright autumn colours.
[Genera Rhus and Cotinus: several species.]
- the fruits of the Mediterranean sumac, used as a spice in Middle Eastern cuisine.
Etymology
ME: from OFr. sumac or med. L. sumac(h), from Arab. summāḳ.