He read a book under the tree.

Meaning: This sentence describes someone enjoying a book in a natural setting. It's like saying, He found a peaceful spot under the tree to read his book.

Choice of Words: Read means to look at and understand written or printed matter. Book is a set of written or printed pages that are bound together. Under means below or beneath something. Tree is a large plant with a trunk and branches.

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