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Definition of maidenhair tree
maidenhair tree
Plural:maidenhair trees
• noun
1
A deciduous, dioecious tree native to East Asia, which is the sole living species of the order Ginkgoales, recognized by its distinctive fan-shaped leaves and highly resilient nature.
Example
"We planted a maidenhair tree in the front yard because its leaves turn a spectacular, luminous yellow every autumn before falling all at once."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Maidenhair tree. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/maidenhair-tree