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casuarina

 

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Noun casuarina has 1 sense
  1. casuarina - any of various trees and shrubs of the genus Casuarina having jointed stems and whorls of scalelike leaves; some yield heavy hardwood
    --1 is a kind of
    tree
    --1 is a member of genus Casuarina
    --1 has particulars: she-oak; beefwood

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Casuarina

Description:

Casuarina is a genus of trees native to Australia, Southeast Asia, and some Pacific islands. They are also known as she-oaks or Australian pines. These trees are characterized by their needle-like foliage and often have drooping branches. Casuarinas are extensively planted for their ornamental value and are commonly found near coastal regions.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A tall, evergreen tree of the genus casuarina with thin, jointed branchlets and scale-like leaves.

Example Sentence: The wind whistled through the branches of the casuarina tree.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or characteristic of the casuarina tree.

Example Sentence: The casuarina forest provided a peaceful and shady spot for a picnic.

Plural Noun:

1. A group or cluster of casuarina trees.

Example Sentence: The campsite was surrounded by beautiful casuarinas, providing a sense of serenity and shade.

Local Usage:

In coastal regions of Australia, casuarina trees are often referred to as "she-oaks" due to the resemblance of their wood to oak.

Example Sentence: Let's have a picnic under the shade of the she-oaks.

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