handkerchief tree en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌhæŋkət͡ʃɪf ˈtɹiː/ (Received-Pronunciation)
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- /ˌhæŋkəɹt͡ʃəf ˈtɹi/ (General-American)
- /-t͡ʃiːf-/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From handkerchief + tree.
Meanings
- The dove tree (Davidia involucrata), which has large white bracts said to look like handkerchiefs.
- (archaic) An arrangement of handkerchiefs in the form of a tree, specifically on a stand as a display for sale.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| handkerchief trees | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Translations (1)
fi nenäliinoista sommiteltu puu (arrangement of handkerchiefs in the form of a tree)