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trumpet-wood

/ˈtrʌm.pɪt.wʊd/

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noun

/ˈtrʌm.pɪt.wʊd/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тропическое американское дерево, характеризующееся крупными щитовидными листьями и полыми стеблями.

A noun referring to a tropical American tree characterized by large peltate leaves and hollow stems.

  1. Tropical treeC1formalamerican

    A tropical American tree characterized by large, shield-shaped leaves and hollow stems.

    ruТрубное дерево

    • The trumpet-wood tree is native to the rainforests of Central America.
    • Its hollow stems were traditionally used by indigenous people to make musical instruments.
    • The large peltate leaves of the trumpet-wood provide dense shade.

    Synonymssnakewood