Acacia is a genus of shrubs and trees in the legume family, known for their umbrella-like canopies and distinctive, delicate foliage. The term also appears in cultural and ornamental contexts, referring to species such as Acacia dealbata or Acacia senegal. In pronunciation, the word carries a light, unstressed first syllable with a stress pattern that shifts on the second or third syllable, depending on speaker and context.
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