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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Use of palm trees The palm tree has been cultivated by humans for almost 5,000 years.
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Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2025
As with tailoring, linen is also king of the summer shirt: this palm tree embroidery from Frescobol x MyTheresa ($305) or this vibrant Paeonia print from OB ($525) will bring the right amount of life and energy to my looks, either alone or toned down with the suiting.
—Nick Hendry, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Now taking pride of place under the dome is a stunning glass palm tree chandelier, that once stood in the hotel lobby, and which has returned to its original position.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
The band’s Bush-era angst from their seventh studio album rang true during their Coachella set, which ended in flames when a rogue firework shot into the crowd and ignited a palm tree, according to TMZ.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
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Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2025
As with tailoring, linen is also king of the summer shirt: this palm tree embroidery from Frescobol x MyTheresa ($305) or this vibrant Paeonia print from OB ($525) will bring the right amount of life and energy to my looks, either alone or toned down with the suiting.
—Nick Hendry, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Now taking pride of place under the dome is a stunning glass palm tree chandelier, that once stood in the hotel lobby, and which has returned to its original position.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
The band’s Bush-era angst from their seventh studio album rang true during their Coachella set, which ended in flames when a rogue firework shot into the crowd and ignited a palm tree, according to TMZ.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
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“Palm tree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palm%20tree. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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