Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tree

noun
/triː/
Definition
A tall plant with a trunk, branches, and leaves.
Examples
  • The oak tree in the park is over a hundred years old.
  • She climbed the tree to get a better view of the landscape.
  • During autumn, the leaves of the maple tree turn vibrant shades of red and gold.
Meaning
Trees are perennial plants that usually grow to a considerable height and have a wooden structure.
Synonyms
  • timber
  • sapling
  • plant
  • wood