Meaning & use
cypress
An evergreen coniferous tree with small, scale-like leaves, often found in cemeteries and Mediterranean landscapes.
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Rows of tall cypress trees lined the driveway leading to the old villa.
The cemetery's dark cypresses gave the grounds a solemn, quiet atmosphere.
A note on using this word
Cypress trees are traditionally associated with mourning and cemeteries in many Mediterranean and Western cultures.
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