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sweet gum tree

/swiːt ɡʌm triː/

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/swiːt ɡʌm triː/B1formal
  • ruРаспространённое название деревьев рода Ликвидамбар, известных своими звёздчатыми листьями, колючими семенными коробочками и ароматной смолой. Дерево произрастает в Северной Америке и Азии.

A common name for trees of the genus Liquidambar, known for their star-shaped leaves, spiky seed balls, and fragrant resin. The tree is native to North America and Asia.

  1. Deciduous tree speciesB2formalamerican

    A tall deciduous tree (Liquidambar styraciflua) native to warm temperate regions of the Americas, known for its star-shaped leaves, spiky fruit balls, and fragrant resin.

    ruЛиквидамбар смолоносный

    • The sweet gum tree in our backyard turns brilliant red in autumn.
    • Children often avoid walking barefoot near sweet gum trees because of the spiky seed pods.
    • The wood of the sweet gum tree is used for furniture and veneer.