palm tree

noun

: a kind of tree that grows in tropical regions and has a straight, tall trunk and many large leaves at the top of the trunk

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Recent Examples on the Web The design is muted, with an emphasis on natural, local materials: rope, rattan, and bamboo, alongside rustic linens in cream and taupe, featuring just the occasional nod to the tropical surroundings in the form of a tasteful palm tree print or a splash of mottled green. Liam Hess, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024 The 27-year-old actress wore a Giorgio Armani Privé gown which features a palm tree print. Nicole Fell, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2024 In addition to the polka dot print, the sneakers are available in cheetah and palm tree patterns and in solid hues like white, black, green, yellow, and pink. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 18 Feb. 2024 The men’s line includes terrycloth polos, leather belts, linen blazers and palm tree adorned swim trunks. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2024 The second and third photos featured Crawford and Gerber posing in front of a palm tree, with the fashion legend planting a kiss on her smiling husband's cheek in the last pic. Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 2 Jan. 2024 With no building higher than a palm tree, the completely sustainable resort aims to resemble a Caribbean village, connected by pathways made of nutmeg shells and cocoa skin. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2023 According to court documents, the car suddenly jerked off the road, crashed into a palm tree and burst into flames. Trisha Thadani, Washington Post, 31 Oct. 2023 Each room has a private balcony with seating facing east and tropical decor with plenty of Florida references, such as vivid blues and greens and palm tree prints. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2023

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“Palm tree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palm%20tree. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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