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单词 heaven-tree
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Definition of heaven-tree in English:

heaven-tree

noun
  • 1Botany a tree of the genus Ailanthus, especially Ailanthus altissima; a tree of heaven.

  • 2Cultural Anthropology a mythical tree growing from the underworld, through the earth, and up to heaven, which figures in some Malay and Polynesian beliefs (rare).

Origin

Mid 19th century.

 
 

Definition of heaven-tree in US English:

heaven-tree

noun
  • 1Botany a tree of the genus Ailanthus, especially Ailanthus altissima; a tree of heaven.

  • 2Cultural Anthropology a mythical tree growing from the underworld, through the earth, and up to heaven, which figures in some Malay and Polynesian beliefs (rare).

Origin

Mid 19th century.

 
 
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