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Word: Tree of Heaven

Definition: The "tree of heaven" is a type of tree that grows quickly and is native to China. It has leaves that look similar to sumac leaves and produces flowers that have a sweet but strong smell. This tree is commonly planted in the United States as a street tree because it can survive in polluted environments.

Usage Instructions:

• The term "tree of heaven" is used as a noun.
• When talking about this tree, you can refer to its characteristics, where it grows, or its uses.

Example Sentence:

• "The tree of heaven can be seen lining the streets of many cities because it grows well even in dirty air."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced discussions, you might talk about the ecological impact of the tree of heaven or compare it to other street trees.

Word Variants:

• Scientific Name: Ailanthus altissima
• You might also hear terms like "Ailanthus" when discussing its family or characteristics in a scientific context.

Different Meanings:

• In some contexts, "tree of heaven" might also refer to its role in popular culture or literature, though this is less common.

Synonyms:

• Ailanthus
• Chinese sumac (though this is not a perfect synonym, it reflects some characteristics)

Related Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There aren’t any specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "tree of heaven," but you might hear idioms about trees in general, such as "money doesn't grow on trees," which means that money is not easy to come by.

Summary:

The "tree of heaven" is a fast-growing tree from China, recognized for its ability to thrive in polluted areas, which makes it popular in urban environments.

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Noun

1. deciduous rapidly growing tree of China with foliage like sumac and sweetish fetid flowers; widely planted in United States as a street tree because of its resistance to pollution

Synonyms

• tree of the gods
• Ailanthus altissima