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Willow - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

willow

/ˈwɪloʊ/ /ˈwɪləʊ/

Definition:

A slender tree with narrow leaves, often found near water.

Synonyms:

osier, sallow, withe

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

oak, pine

Common Collocations:

weeping willow, willow tree, willow branch

Derivatives:

willowy, willowware

Usage Tips:

Use "willow" to describe trees with long, drooping branches or flexible wood.

Common Phrases:

weeping willow, willow in the wind, bend like a willow

Etymology:

From Old English *welig*, related to weaving due to its flexible branches.

Examples:

  • 1. The willow tree swayed gently in the breeze.
  • 2. She sat under the weeping willow by the riverbank.
  • 3. Cricket bats are often made from willow wood.
  • 4. The artist painted a lonely willow at dusk.

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