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rubber tree
noun
: a tree that yields rubber
especially
: a South American tree (Hevea brasiliensis) of the spurge family that is cultivated in plantations and is a chief source of rubber
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Natural latex is made from the sap of rubber trees, while synthetic latex is derived from chemical processes.
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2024
Latex pillows Another option is latex foam, a material that’s either synthetic or derived from rubber trees.
—Suzy Forman, SELF, 23 Oct. 2024
Latex Latex mattresses are made of a foam material that can be man-made or derived from rubber trees.
—Suzy Forman, SELF, 14 Oct. 2024
Beds that use latex foam, a material made synthetically or derived from rubber trees and plants, are known for being supportive, bouncy, naturally cooling, and durable, and experts say the material can work well for a number of sleeping positions and personal concerns.
—Claudia Fisher, SELF, 27 Sep. 2024
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First Known Use
1847, in the meaning defined above
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“Rubber tree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rubber%20tree. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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rubber tree
noun
: a tree that produces rubber
especially
: a South American tree that is often grown on plantations as a commercial source of rubber
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