trumpet-tree

[ truhm-pit-tree ]

noun
  1. a tropical American tree, Cecropia peltata, of the mulberry family, having hollow, jointed stems and branches used in making certain wind instruments.

Origin of trumpet-tree

1
First recorded in 1750–60
  • Also called trum·pet·wood [truhm-pit-wood]. /ˈtrʌm pɪtˌwʊd/.

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