olive tree
nounfeminine/oliˈvɐjɾɐ/medium
o·li·vei·ra
Definition
Tree of the Oleaceae family (Olea europaea), with a twisted trunk, persistent leaves and small fruits (olives), cultivated for its production of oil and wood.
My grandparents' farm has an old olive tree grove.
The olive branch is a universal symbol of peace.
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Common collocations
olive brancholive oilolive tree grove
Idiomatic expressions
- Olive branch (symbol of peace).
Etymology
Do latim 'olivetum' (olivedo), por via do galego-português 'oliveyra'.