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pride of China

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noun
the chinaberry, Melia azedarach.
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Also called pride of India.

Origin of pride of China

An Americanism dating back to 1775–85
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How to use pride of China in a sentence

  • The Pride-of-China tree was very abundant about the dwellings.

    The Secret Service.|Albert D. Richardson
  • It is rendered attractive by its tall pines, live oak, and Pride-of-China trees.

    The Secret Service.|Albert D. Richardson
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