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Definition of golden rain tree
golden rain tree
Plural:golden rain trees
golden rain tree Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to eastern Asia, widely cultivated as an ornamental plant for its large, loose panicles of bright yellow flowers and distinct, papery, lantern-shaped seed capsules.
Example
"We planted a golden rain tree in the front yard to enjoy its vibrant yellow blossoms throughout the summer."
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Word Origin & Etymology
The common name derives from the tree's striking appearance in early summer, when its large, loose clusters of vibrant yellow flowers fall to the ground in a manner resembling a shower of golden rain.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Golden rain tree. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/golden rain tree