1. a small ornamental tree with drooping clusters of bright yellow flowers, native to southern Europe
Usage: botanical

Examples

• The laburnum in our garden blooms beautifully each spring.
• Golden chains of laburnum flowers hung from the branches.
• She planted a laburnum near the garden gate for its striking yellow display.
• The laburnum’s toxic seeds make it unsuitable for areas where children play.
• Many English gardens feature laburnum trees for their spectacular flowering season.
• The drooping yellow racemes of the laburnum create a stunning visual effect.