palm tree
nounfeminine/paɫˈmɐjɾɐ/high
pal·mei·ra
Definition
A plant of the family Arecaceae, typically with a tall, unbranched trunk (stipe) and a crown of large fan-shaped or feather-like leaves.
The palm trees lining the avenue gave a tropical feel to the city.
The Canary Island date palm is a common species in Portuguese gardens.
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Common collocations
dwarf palmCanary Island palmpalm coconutpalm crown
Etymology
Do latim 'palmaria', de 'palma' (palma da mão, ramo de palmeira).