palm tree

American  

[pahm tree] / ˈpɑm ˌtri /

noun

1. any of several kinds of tropical tree with a tall, slender, smooth trunk, no branches, and large, spreading leaves at the top.

   All the islands have pristine shores, swaying palm trees, aquamarine waters, and lots of ocean-side adventure.

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Etymology

Origin of palm tree

First recorded before 900

Example Sentences

Like many newcomers to Los Angeles, Smee, a 45-year-old former flight attendant, was fascinated by the city’s landscape and its famous palm trees when he first moved from England.

From Los Angeles Times

Known for the bright murals she creates for brands and shops, Bolding gained attention on social media for a trash bin she painted with palm trees and stripes.

From Los Angeles Times

She wished it would turn around and blow Jack home, and she climbed the tall palm tree just in case she could see the white sails.

From Literature

She spent most of our trip taking selfies with palm trees.

From Literature

Everybody stared politely at the picture of a palm tree.

From Literature