silva
nounattested in dialogue
The forest trees of a particular area
noun
- 1
The forest trees of a particular area
The most interesting and striking features of the silva of California relate to its composition, the geographical distribution of the species and their biological history.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin silva. Doublet of selva.
Forms
- plural
- silvas, silvae
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silva · The forest trees of a particular area
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