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Lithocarpus

Noun (Botany)

1. A genus of evergreen trees in the beech family (Fagaceae) native to Asia and the Pacific Islands, known for their large acorns and valuable wood.

Example sentence: The lithocarpus trees in the forest provided a habitat for various animal species.

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Noun (Zoology)

1. Any of several species of seed wasps in the genus Lithocarpus, characterized by their use of acorns as a hatchery for their eggs.

Example sentence: The lithocarpus is a fascinating wasp species that has a unique reproductive strategy.

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Adjective

1. Pertaining to the genus Lithocarpus.

Example sentence: The lithocarpus acorns are larger than those of other trees in the forest.

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Local Term

1. In certain regions, "lithocarpus" is used as a local term to refer to a specific type of stone fruit.

Example sentence: The locals in the area cherish the sweet and juicy lithocarpus that grows abundantly during summer.

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