ClimateAugust 26, 2026

radiata

ray-dee-AH-tuh

Definition

A specific species of pine tree (Pinus radiata), widely planted in New Zealand for forestry and timber production.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'radiatus,' meaning 'rayed' or 'having rays,' referring to the appearance of the tree's cones or the spreading nature of its needles.

In the news

The word is used to describe the type of pine trees shown in the article's accompanying photo, which serves as a visual example of the forestry industry being criticized in the text.

‘Cheap way out’: Upton says ETS lets pollution continue

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