Joshua Tree Definition

noun
A tree (Yucca brevifolia) of the agave family, found in the SW U.S. and characterized by branches that are extended grotesquely like upraised arms and by dagger-shaped, spine-tipped leaves.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • Yucca brevifolia

Other Word Forms of Joshua Tree

Noun

Singular:
Joshua tree
Plural:
joshua-trees

Origin of Joshua Tree

  • Probably after Joshua from the resemblance of the tree's greatly extended branches to Joshua's outstretched arm as he pointed with his spear to the city of Ai (Joshua 8:18)

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • Apparently from the resemblance of the tree to Joshua holding out his spear.

    From Wiktionary

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