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 poplar poplar /ˈpɑːplɝ/

noun

  1. Any of numerous trees of north temperate regions having light soft wood and flowers borne in catkins  ( poplar , poplar tree )
    any of numerous trees of north temperate regions having light soft wood and flowers borne in catkins
     The leaves of the poplar tree rustled in the breeze.
    The leaves of the poplar tree rustled in the breeze.
  2. Soft light-colored non-durable wood of the poplar  ( poplar )
    soft light-colored non-durable wood of the poplar
     The poplar trees lined the street, their light-colored wood contrasting with the deep green of the pines.
    The poplar trees lined the street, their light-colored wood contrasting with the deep green of the pines.