treetop

UK: ˈtriːtɒp | US: ˈtriːtɑːp

Definition

  1. n. the uppermost part or crown of a tree

Structure
tree <plant with trunk and branches>top <highest point>
Etymology

The word "treetop" is a straightforward compound in English, formed by combining "tree" (from Old English "trēow," meaning a woody plant) and "top" (from Old English "topp," meaning the summit or highest part). This compound directly reflects its literal meaning—the highest part of a tree. The structure is transparent, making it easy for learners to decode and remember.

Examples

  1. The bird built its nest in the treetop.

  2. Sunlight filtered through the lush treetops.

  3. He climbed to the treetop to get a better view.

  4. The storm damaged several treetops in the forest.

  5. Monkeys often leap from one treetop to another.