Definition

A place where many pine trees are grown, often for study or research.

Example

The researchers visited the pinetum to observe the different species of pine trees.

Conversation

Have you ever visited that pinetum near the park?

No, I haven't. What's special about it?

It's a beautiful place with so many different types of pine trees.

That sounds interesting! I should check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Pinetum** → It is formed from "pinus" (meaning pine tree) and "-etum" (a suffix used in Latin to denote a place associated with a particular thing). The word "pinetum" refers to a place where pine trees are cultivated or grown.

Memory Tip

Imagine a special place where pine trees are grown — that's what a pinetum is, combining 'pinus' for pine and '-etum' for a place.

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