ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
1. : an aromatic shrub ( Lindera benzoin ) bearing dense clusters of small yellow flowers followed by scarlet or yellow berries — called also American spicebush
2. : any of several shrubs of the genus Calycanthus ; especially : a tall upright shrub ( C. occidentalis ) with slightly fragrant brown flowers — compare carolina allspice