flamboyant tree
- noun
- /flæmˈbɔɪənt tri/
:
árbol flamboyán
- Tourists often take photos of the flamboyant tree because of its dramatically colored flowers.
Examples
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In many Caribbean towns, the flamboyant tree is planted as a symbol of summer.
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The flamboyant tree bloomed early this year, brightening the street with its fiery red petals.
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The flamboyant tree blooms beautifully in the summer.
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Many gardeners love the flamboyant trees for their vibrant colors.
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The flamboyant tree is known for its vibrant orange-red flowers that bloom in the summer.
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In the park, the flamboyant tree stands out with its brilliant blossoms and spreading branches.
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Visitors admired the flamboyant tree, which was covered in stunning yellow flowers during their trip.
Synonyms
A tropical tree with large bright red or orange flowers
A tropical tree with large scarlet and orange flower clusters and a wide canopy
A tropical tree with wide branches and bright red flowers
Surface Forms
Morphology
The compound is directly compositional: 'flamboyant' denotes showy/ornamental and 'tree' denotes a woody plant, so a learner who knows both words will infer a visually striking or ornamental tree (even if they don't know the specific species). The precise botanical identity (Delonix regia) is extra information but not required to understand the MWE's basic meaning, making it transparent.
Etymology
Flamboyant tree may get its name from a word meaning 'flame' because its bright red and orange flowers look like flames on the branches, so the tree looks very showy and dramatic.
