🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

纸皮树

Pronunciation / Transliteration: zhǐ pí shù

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Paperbark/ˈpeɪ.pər.bɑrk/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"纸皮树在湿地中生长得很好。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A type of tree, particularly from the Melaleuca genus, characterized by its thin, papery bark.

    "The paperbark tree is often found in wetlands and is known for its ability to thrive in waterlogged conditions."
  2. 2

    The bark of such trees, which can be used for various purposes including crafting and traditional medicine.

    "Indigenous Australians have used paperbark for centuries in their traditional practices, including making shelters and wrapping food."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'paperbark' originates from the combination of 'paper', referring to the thin, flexible material made from cellulose pulp, and 'bark', the outer covering of trees. It was first used in the early 19th century to describe certain Australian trees, particularly those in the Melaleuca genus, known for their distinctive, papery bark.

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