willow

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wil·low / ˈwilō/ • n. (also willow tree) a tree or shrub (genus Salix, family Salicaceae) of temperate climates that typically has narrow leaves, bears catkins, and grows near water. Its pliant branches yield osiers for basketry.

willow

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willow traditionally a symbol of unrequited love, or of mourning or loss, as in wear the willow and the willow garland.
willow pattern a conventional design representing a Chinese scene in blue on white pottery, typically showing three figures on a bridge, with a willow tree and two birds above. It was introduced by the English potter Thomas Turner (1749–1809).

willow

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willow See SALIX.

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