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willow

/ˈwɪləʊ/

/ˈwɪloʊ/

Translations

willownoun

willows

/ˈwɪləʊ/

/ˈwɪloʊ/

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The willow by the river is very old.

Ива у реки очень старая.

Additional translations

Synonyms

willowverb

willowed

Past Simple

willowed

Past Participle

willowing

Gerund

Technical verb in the textile industry meaning to clean and fluff fibers.

willowadjective

more willow

Comp.

most willow

Super.

/ˈwɪləʊ/

/ˈwɪloʊ/

Used attributively to describe something made of willow wood or possessing willow-like qualities.

Synonyms

Definitions

willownoun

A type of tree or shrub that typically has narrow leaves and grows near water, known for its flexible branches.

The willow by the river swayed gently in the breeze.

The wood of a willow tree, often used in making cricket bats and other items.

The cricket bat was made from high-quality willow.

A cricket bat.

He picked up his willow and walked to the crease.

willowverb

To clean and fluff cotton or wool fibers by beating them in a willow machine.

The mill willowed the cotton before it was spun.

willowadjective

Made of willow wood.

She carried a willow basket to the market.

Slender and graceful like the branches of a willow.

The dancer had a willow figure.