释义 |
liquidambar noun[ C or U ] uk /ˌlɪk.wɪdˈæm.bər/ us /ˌlɪk.wɪdˈæm.bɚ/ a kind of large deciduous tree (= one that loses its leaves in autumn and grows new ones in the spring) with brightly coloured, pointed leaves and round, prickly(= covered in sharp points) fruits : The trees used to build the local houses include pine and liquidambar. Liquidambars and birch add to the autumn display of colour. The plaza itself will be dotted with liquidambar trees and feature a flowing pool of water. The province was known for its thick forests of liquidambar. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases Deciduous trees acacia acer ailanthus alder almond fringe tree ginkgo hawthorn honey locust hornbeam quaking aspen red maple red oak rowan rubber tree wayfaring tree weeping willow white ash white birch white oak
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sweetgum |