1. a tree native to Australia and nearby regions, having bark that peels off in thin papery layers
Usage: often capitalized when referring to the genus Melaleuca; also called paper-bark tree
2. the distinctive peeling bark of such a tree, used decoratively or in crafts

Examples

• The paperbark tree is common in tropical and subtropical regions.
• She collected strips of paperbark from the forest floor for her art project.
• Paperbarks are valued for their ornamental appearance and hardy nature.
• The paperbark's thin, flaking bark gives the tree its distinctive look.
• Many gardeners plant paperbarks because they are drought-tolerant and attractive.