monkey puzzle

noun

: a tall araucaria (Araucaria araucana) that is native to Chile and western Argentina but widely grown elsewhere

called also monkey puzzle tree

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While azure lakes can be found in abundance during a visit, the region is best known for one feature in particular: the Araucaria araucana, or monkey puzzle tree. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 The backyard blooms with several varieties of hydrangea, along with Russian sage, Rose of Sharon, elderberry bushes, crepe myrtle, weeping pine, and monkey puzzle trees. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of monkey puzzle was in 1856

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“Monkey puzzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monkey%20puzzle. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.

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