American holly
Definition
- Noun:
- An evergreen tree: "American holly" refers specifically to a species of holly tree native to the eastern United States, known scientifically as Ilex opaca. It is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves with spiny edges and its bright red berries.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The American holly is a popular ornamental tree during the Christmas season.
- Birds often eat the red berries of the American holly in winter.
Advanced Usage
- As a collective noun: The term can be used to refer to a group or stand of these trees.
- The forest understory was dense with American holly.
Variants and Related Words
- Holly (n): The common name for plants in the genus . "American holly" is a specific type of holly.
- Ilex opaca (n): The scientific (Latin) name for the American holly tree.
Synonyms
- Evergreen holly: A descriptive synonym emphasizing its perennial foliage.
- Christmas holly: A common name highlighting its traditional decorative use.
Related Phrases
- Holly berry: Refers to the fruit of the holly tree, often associated with the American holly.
- Holly wood: Refers to the wood from holly trees, which is very pale and hard.
Noun
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an evergreen tree
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