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Definition for tree

noun as in large plant enclosed in bark and shedding leaves

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forest, sapling, seedling, shrub, timber, wood

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"Human evolution is like a tree," he said.

From BBC

A couple saw a burning palm tree in Runyon Canyon and confronted a man they suspected of arson while other hikers called authorities.

Tom Bradley International, for example, will draw inspiration from the 1966 surfing documentary “Endless Summer” with images of palm trees, Old Hollywood and signage reminiscent of the Beverly Hills Hotel.

The 32-acre nursery has grown trees and other plants for the San Fernando Valley for the last seven decades, but it sold last year for $3.96 million to Dignity Memorial, the nation’s largest funeral provider.

A spokesperson for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said tree planting was at its "highest rate for 20 years", but acknowledged there is "much more to do".

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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