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Definition of gumtree

gumtree

/ˈɡʌmˌtriː/
gum · tree
Plural:gumtrees
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gumtree Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Australian Any of various evergreen trees of the genus Eucalyptus native primarily to Australia, characterized by aromatic leaves and bark that exudes a sticky, resinous sap.

Example

"The koalas rested high in the branches of the tall gumtree throughout the hot afternoon."

2

North American Any of several North American deciduous trees that exude a gummy or resinous substance, especially the sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) or the tupelo (genus Nyssa).

Example

"In autumn, the leaves of the gumtree at the edge of the pasture turned a brilliant shade of crimson."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed as a closed compound of "gum" and "tree", named by early British settlers in Australia and North America for the sticky resin or sap exuded from the bark of such trees.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gumtree. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gumtree
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