Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Strangler Tree.
Strangler Tree - as a noun
An epiphytic vine or tree whose aerial roots extend down the trunk of a supporting tree and coalesce around it eventually strangling the tree
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strangler10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aerophyte17air plantepiphyte18epiphytic plantHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The strangler tree wraps its roots around the host tree, eventually killing it."
"Many birds build their nests in the hollow trunks of strangler trees."
"The dense foliage of the strangler tree creates a cool and shady environment."
"Tourists marveled at the intricate network of branches and vines on the strangler tree."
"The strangler tree is an iconic species in the rainforests of South America."
