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ivy-tree

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Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

A tree or plant that is covered with ivy, symbolizing growth and nature.

Detailed Definition
The term 'ivy-tree' refers to a tree that is entwined with ivy, a climbing plant known for its heart-shaped leaves. In literature, ivy often symbolizes fidelity and eternal life, and its presence in the poem contributes to the themes of decay and renewal in the natural world.
Example
Example in poetry:
"For tho' the nettle chokes the earth, The ivy-tree the stone" (evergreen climbing plant); "The ivy-tree clings to the old tower" (nature); "Ivy and ruin, hand in hand" (decay); "The ivy-tree's dark green leaves" (color); "She wore a crown of ivy-tree" (symbolic)
Additional Notes
The phrase 'The ivy-tree the stone' uses 'ivy-tree' to create a vivid image of nature reclaiming the landscape.; Found in the poem, Ghosts by Joseph Campbell
Also Known As
ivy-clad tree clinging vine evergreen bower parasitic growth
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