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shittim

/ˈʃɪt.ɪm/

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noun

/ˈʃɪt.ɪm/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее кустарниковое, колючее лиственное дерево, произрастающее на юго-востоке США, характеризующееся белыми цветами и мелкими черными костянковидными плодами.

A noun referring to a shrubby, thorny deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, characterized by white flowers and small black drupaceous fruit.

  1. A type of tree or shrubC2formalamerican

    A shrubby, thorny, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, known for its white flowers and small black fruit.

    ruАкация

    • The shittim tree is often found in dry, sandy soils of the southeastern US.
    • Its white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by small black drupes.
    • The wood of the shittim is sometimes used for small crafts.

    Synonymschittamwoodshittimwood