chaparro

/tʃaˈpaʁo/ (CHAH-pah-roh)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of small to medium-sized tree or shrub, often found in arid or semi-arid regions, typically characterized by thorns or sharp branches.

“The chaparro provided valuable shade for the travelers in the desert.”

Synonyms

  • desert shrub
  • thorny tree

Antonyms

  • ornamental tree
  • tropical palm