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tree noun

[countable] noun
/tri/
1

a very tall plant that has deep roots, a thick stem made of wood, and many branches

Example

As a child, Jed loved to climb trees.

Example

a maple/pine/olive tree

Example

a shade/pear/fruit tree

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2

an object with separate parts for hanging things on

Example

a clothes tree

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