Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leafless tree
Noun
/ˈliːf.ləs triː/
Definition
A tree that has lost all its leaves, usually due to seasonal changes or adverse conditions.
Examples
- The leafless tree stood tall against the winter sky.
- In the autumn, many leafless trees create a haunting landscape.
- This leafless tree is a sign that winter has arrived.
Meaning
The term ‘leafless tree’ refers to a tree that does not have any leaves. This can happen during autumn and winter when deciduous trees shed their leaves or when the tree is stressed by drought or disease.
Synonyms
- bare tree
- deciduous tree
- budless tree
