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service tree
noun[ C ]
uk /ˈsɜː.vɪs ˌtriː/ us /ˈsɝː.vɪs ˌtriː/
a wild deciduous tree (= one that loses its leaves in autumn and grows new ones in the spring) that has white flowers growing in large, flat groups and small brown fruits:
We walked down the path, past clumps of early purple orchids and wild service trees.
The wild service tree has lobed leaves and small brown berries that are used for preserves and drinks.
a deciduous tree (= one that loses its leaves in autumn and grows new ones in the spring) that has white flowers growing in large, flat groups and small red, yellow, or brown fruits that can be eaten:
The fruits of the service tree are used to make drinks and jam.
The true service tree has pinnate leaves, and reddish-brown fruits that are edible when over-ripe.
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