1. a large deciduous tree with serrated leaves and winged seeds
2. the hard wood of an elm tree, used in furniture and construction

Examples

• The old elm tree provided shade for the entire backyard.
• Many American elms were killed by Dutch elm disease.
• The park was lined with towering elm trees.
• The carpenter chose elm wood for the dining table.
• Elm leaves turn yellow in the fall.
• The elm’s distinctive vase-shaped crown made it popular for street planting.