willow
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B1 · Intermediateâ
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Simple Meaning
a type of tree with long, thin branches that hang down, often found near water.
When to Use
ðŽDaily ConversationðAcademic Writing
Intermediate â can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
âThere's a beautiful willow tree by the lake in the park.â
âWillow branches are very flexible and used for making baskets.â
Learning Path
âķFull Definition
Any of various deciduous trees or shrubs in the genus Salix, in the willow family Salicaceae, found primarily on moist soils in cooler zones in the northern hemisphere.
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Word Family:
willows