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pride of China

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noun

the chinaberry, Melia azedarach.

Origin of pride of China

An Americanism dating back to 1775–85

Also called pride of India.

Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019

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Historical Examples of pride of china

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