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torreya

/ˈtɒr.i.ə/

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noun

/ˈtɒr.i.ə/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее род хвойных деревьев или кустарников, широко известных как мускатные тисы, принадлежащих к семейству тисовых.

A noun referring to a genus of coniferous trees or shrubs, commonly known as nutmeg-yews, belonging to the yew family.

proper noun

  1. Nutmeg-yew treeC2formal

    A genus of coniferous trees in the yew family, known for their aromatic seeds resembling nutmeg.

    ruТоррея

    • Torreya trees are native to East Asia and North America.
    • The Torreya californica is also called the California nutmeg.
    • Torreya nucifera produces seeds used in traditional Japanese cuisine.

    Synonymsnutmeg-yew

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