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