1. a large deciduous tree with broad leaves and smooth bark that peels off in patches
Usage: North American
2. a type of maple tree with large palmate leaves
Usage: British
3. a fig tree mentioned in biblical texts
Usage: biblical; historical

Examples

• The old sycamore in our backyard provides excellent shade in summer.
• Sycamore trees are commonly planted along city streets.
• The bark of the sycamore peels away to reveal a mottled pattern underneath.
• Children love to collect the round seed balls that fall from sycamore trees.
• The sycamore’s broad canopy made it a popular gathering spot in the park.
• In autumn, the sycamore leaves turn golden yellow before falling.