syu6 mei5樹尾树尾
Jyutpingsyu6 mei5
Yalesyuh méih
Definition
The treetop; the very top of a tree.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the very tip or highest point of a tree. While it literally translates to tree tail, it is the standard way to describe the uppermost branches where birds or squirrels might perch. It is distinct from the general canopy or crown of the tree.
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