tree house

noun

: a structure (such as a playhouse) built among the branches of a tree

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The nine casitas, two-story structures which were built out of wood slats from trees felled in 2007 by Hurricane Felix, feel like magic tree houses through a mid-century modern lens. Lauren Mechling, Vogue, 19 May 2025 In addition to the deck out front, there's another outdoor balcony that can be accessed on the other side of the tree house. Kimberley Mok, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2025 To help guests truly unplug and connect with their surroundings, the tree house intentionally doesn't have a TV or Wi-Fi. Kimberley Mok, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2025 There’s also a new 70-acre off-leash dog park and Wildwoods playground with tree houses and boulder gardens for younger children. Amber Gibson, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tree house

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tree house was in 1867

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“Tree house.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tree%20house. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.

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tree house

noun
: a structure (as a playhouse) built among the branches of a tree
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