Sumach
Translation of "sumach" into Russian
sumach
NounUK
/ˈsjuːmæk/
US
/ˈsuːmæk/
sumach
sumachs pl
The sumach is known for its vibrant red berries.
Сумах известен своими ярко-красными ягодами.
Additional translations
сумаховый куст
сумаховый порошок
Definitions
sumach
NounUK
/ˈsjuːmæk/
US
/ˈsuːmæk/
A shrub or small tree of the genus Rhus, which has compound leaves and produces clusters of small, usually red, berries.
The sumach in the garden turned a brilliant red in the autumn.
The dried and ground fruit of certain species of sumach, used as a spice in Middle Eastern cuisine.
The chef sprinkled sumach over the salad to give it a tangy flavor.
A preparation made from the leaves, bark, or other parts of the sumach plant, powdered and used in tanning and dyeing leather.
Early tanners soaked the hides in ground sumach to produce a supple finish.
sumach
AdjectiveUK
/ˈsjuːmæk/
US
/ˈsuːmæk/
Relating to, derived from, or characteristic of the sumach plant.
Sumach berries are often ground into a ruby-red powder.