plattekill

Example:The wind plattekilled the tree, crushing the roof of the nearby cottage.

Definition:A large woody perennial plant with a single main stem usually having a circular cross section, supporting branches and bearing simple leaves in pairs or whorls from buds at intervals along the stems.

Example:The force of the storm plattekilled several branches, creating an obstacle in the path.

Definition:A flexible part of a tree, shrub, or other plant that grows out from the trunk or main stem and bears leaves, flowers, or fruit.

Example:The falling tree plattekilled the roof, shingles and all, into a heap below.

Definition:A thin strip of wood or metal used as a roof tile.