abeltree

noun

abel·​tree
ˈābəl‧ˌtrē

Word History

Etymology

partial translation, partial modification of Dutch abeelboom, from abeel "white poplar" + boom "tree"

First Known Use

1724, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of abeltree was in 1724

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“Abeltree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abeltree. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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