olivetree
nounUK /ˈɒlɪv triː/
US /ˈɑːlɪv triː/
A tree that grows small green or black fruits called olives.
The olive tree in our garden gives us lots of olives every year.
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2. A symbol of peace and long life.
The dove carried an olive tree branch as a sign of peace.
3. The wood of this tree, used for carving and furniture.
The bowl was made from polished olive tree wood.
4. A tree that can live for hundreds of years.
That ancient olive tree is older than the village itself.