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Meaning of monkey puzzle
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monkey puzzle (n)
large Chilean evergreen conifer having intertwined branches and bearing edible nuts
monkey puzzle Sentence Examples
- The intricate branches of the monkey puzzle tree formed a labyrinthine maze.
- The sharp needles on the monkey puzzle's leaves deterred hungry animals.
- The indigenous people of Chile called the monkey puzzle tree "pehuén."
- A monkey puzzle's cones take two to three years to mature, bursting open with an explosive crack.
- The wood of the monkey puzzle is exceptionally strong and durable, making it valuable for construction.
- The monkey puzzle's distinctive appearance has made it a popular ornamental tree in gardens and parks.
- The name "monkey puzzle" is said to have originated from its intricate structure, which seemed like a riddle that even monkeys couldn't solve.
- The monkey puzzle's scientific name, Araucaria araucana, honors the Araucanian tribe of Chile.
- The fossil record indicates that the monkey puzzle tree has existed for over 200 million years.
- Some believe that the monkey puzzle's spiky foliage symbolizes protection and good fortune.
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large Chilean evergreen conifer having intertwined branches and bearing edible nuts
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The intricate branches of the monkey puzzle tree formed a labyrinthine maze.
The sharp needles on the monkey puzzle's leaves deterred hungry animals.
The indigenous people of Chile called the monkey puzzle tree "pehuén."
A monkey puzzle's cones take two to three years to mature, bursting open with an explosive crack.
