Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bare-tree
Noun
/bɛr tri/
Definition
A tree that has lost its leaves, typically during the winter season.
Examples
- In autumn, the leaves turned vibrant colors before falling, leaving the bare-tree standing against the gray sky.
- The bare-tree silhouetted against the sunset was a hauntingly beautiful sight.
Meaning
The term ‘bare-tree’ refers to a tree that shows no foliage, exposing its branches and trunk. This usually occurs in colder climates where trees shed their leaves during the fall to conserve energy and water during the colder months.
Synonyms
- deciduous tree
- leafless tree
- bare branch