ceratonia

/sɛrəˈtoʊniə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of legume trees, particularly the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), native to the Mediterranean region.

“The ancient Greeks used the fruit of the ceratonia tree for food and as a form of currency.”

Synonyms

  • carob tree
  • locust tree

Antonyms

  • noxious plant
  • noxious tree