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pterocarya

/ˌtɛr.əˈkɛr.i.ə/

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noun

C2formalcommonscientific/ˌtɛr.əˈkɛr.i.ə/

proper noun

A genus of Asiatic deciduous trees in the walnut family, commonly known as wingnuts, valued for their distinctive winged fruits.

  • 🇷🇺Род азиатских лиственных деревьев семейства ореховых, широко известных как лапина, ценимых за их характерные крылатые плоды.
  1. Asiatic nut trees C2 formal

    A genus of deciduous trees in the walnut family, native to Asia, known for their distinctive winged nuts.

    • The Pterocarya tree produces clusters of winged nuts that resemble small helicopters.
    • Pterocarya species are often planted as ornamental trees in parks and gardens.
    • The leaves of the Pterocarya turn a brilliant yellow in autumn.

    🇷🇺Лапина

    Synonyms: wing nut

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