tree-care
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/ˈtriːˌkɛr/
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/ˈtriːˌkeə/
caring for trees
Etymology
'tree-care' originates from English, specifically the words 'tree' and 'care', where 'tree' ultimately comes from Old English 'trēow' meaning 'tree' and 'care' comes from Old English 'caru' meaning 'sorrow, concern'.
'tree' changed from Old English 'trēow' (also related to Proto-Germanic *trewwiz) into Modern English 'tree', and 'care' changed from Old English 'caru' into Modern English 'care'; the compound 'tree-care' is a modern English formation combining these two words to denote attention or maintenance given to trees.
Initially, 'care' implied concern or sorrow, but over time its meaning shifted toward attention, maintenance, and management; consequently, the compound evolved to mean practical maintenance of trees rather than simply concern for them.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the practice of caring for and maintaining trees, including pruning, watering, fertilizing, and disease or pest management.
Regular tree-care can extend a tree's lifespan.
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Noun 2
commercial or professional services and activities devoted to the maintenance and health of trees (the tree-care industry or businesses offering those services).
The company offers professional tree-care services for urban properties.
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Last updated: 2026/01/04 17:52