Gum Tree (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various trees of the genera Eucalyptus or Liquidambar or Nyssa that are sources of gum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The landscape was dominated by the tall gum tree, its branches swaying gently in the breeze.
- In Australia, the eucalyptus gum tree is a common sight, with its smooth white trunk and aromatic leaves.
- The Liquidambar gum tree, also known as the sweetgum, is native to North America and is prized for its vibrant fall colors.
- The Nyssa gum tree, also known as the blackgum, is a slow-growing tree that is often used as an ornamental in gardens.
- As the children played outside, they would often stick their gum on the bark of the old gum tree in the backyard.