wild olive
"Wild olive" refers to various trees and shrubs that resemble the cultivated olive tree but are not typically grown for their fruit.
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Definition
B2Botany
(general)A tree or shrub similar to the cultivated olive tree, often found in natural or uncultivated areas.
Example
- The wild olive can be seen growing along the rocky hillsides of the Mediterranean.
C1Horticulture
(technical)A plant grown from the seeds of a cultivated olive tree but developing in wild conditions.
Example
- Wild olives are often used in reforestation projects due to their hardiness.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "wild olive":
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