mallee

noun [C]

/ˈmæl.i/

Definition

› a tree of the eucalyptus group that does not grow tall, found in desert areas of AustraliaTypes of evergreen and coniferous tree

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bay noun (TREE)
box noun (TREE)
Christmas tree noun
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