tree cookie
A "tree cookie" is a cross-sectional slice of a tree trunk or branch, providing insights into the tree's age, growth patterns, and environmental history.
Definition
C1Botany and Forestry
(technical, educational)A horizontal slice from a tree trunk or branch, showing rings that reveal the tree's age and growth conditions.
Example
- By examining the tree cookie, the researcher determined that the tree was over 100 years old.
- The tree cookie displayed wide rings, indicating years of abundant rainfall.
B2Crafting and Decoration
(informal)A wooden disc shaped to resemble a tree, often used for decorative purposes.
Example
- The tree cookie was painted and used as a rustic table centerpiece.
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