platan

Meanings

• noun

  A large tree with broad, green leaves and edible fruit, often compared to bananas.

  - "The platan tree in the park is a popular gathering spot."
  - "Platans are rich in vitamins and minerals."
  - "My favorite fruit is the platan."

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Variants

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platan , platans

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Etymology

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Platan is derived from the Greek word πλάτανος (plátanos), meaning 'broad, flat'.

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Trivia

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1. Platans are often used as street trees due to their large size and ability to absorb a lot of water.

2. The platan tree is the national tree of Moldova.

3. Platans are also known as 'lords of the forest' because of their size and longevity.

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Related Concepts

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1. Platanus: The scientific name for the platan tree.

2. Platanus occidentalis: A common name for the American sycamore tree, which is also known as a platan.

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Culture

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Platans have been cultivated for thousands of years and have cultural significance in various parts of the world. In Greek mythology, the god Dionysus is said to have created the first platan tree.

How to Memorize "platan"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large, broad-leaved tree with fruit that resembles bananas.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word platan with the idea of a large, fruit-bearing tree.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Platans are large, broad, and fruitful' to remember the meaning of the word.

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