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wa·ter lo·cust

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. water locust, swamp locust, Gleditsia aquaticanoun

    honey locust of swamps and bottomlands of southern United States having short oval pods; yields dark heavy wood

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  1. water locust

    A water locust is a type of tree native to North America. Scientifically known as Gleditsia aquatica, it is characterized by its tough, spiny bark, intricate branching patterns, and long, slender seed pods. It is typically found in wet or swampy areas, hence the name "water" locust. It belongs to the pea family and is known for its ability to tolerate poor soil conditions and its resistance to pests and diseases.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Water locust

    a thorny leguminous tree (Gleditschia monosperma) which grows in the swamps of the Mississippi valley

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of water locust in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of water locust in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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