gingko
/'giɳkgou/ Cách viết khác : (gingko) /'giɳkou/
Definition
- Noun:
- A deciduous, dioecious tree (Ginkgo biloba) native to China, characterized by distinctive fan-shaped leaves and fleshy yellow seeds. It is known for its hardiness and is widely cultivated, especially as an ornamental street tree.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The ancient gingko tree in the park turns a brilliant yellow in autumn.
- Gingko leaves are often used in traditional medicine.
- Many city planners choose the gingko for urban landscaping because it is resistant to pollution.
Advanced Usage
- "Gingko biloba": The full scientific name for the species, often used in botanical and medicinal contexts.
- Extracts from Gingko biloba are studied for their potential cognitive benefits.
Variants and Related Words
- Ginkgo: The more common alternate spelling of "gingko". Both spellings refer to the same tree.
- The ginkgo is considered a living fossil.
- Maidenhair tree: A common name for the gingko/ginkgo tree, referring to the resemblance of its leaves to those of the maidenhair fern.
Synonyms
- Maidenhair tree: The most common synonym.
- Fossil tree: A name referencing its ancient lineage.
Related Phrases and Idioms
(This word does not commonly form phrasal verbs or idioms. Its usage is primarily literal, referring to the tree itself.)
Noun
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deciduous dioecious Chinese tree having fan-shaped leaves and fleshy yellow seeds; exists almost exclusively in cultivation especially as an ornamental street tree
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