Bay Willow (Noun)
Meaning
European willow tree with shining leathery leaves; widely naturalized in the eastern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The bay willow is a deciduous shrub or small tree that is widely cultivated for its attractive foliage and ability to thrive in wet environments.
- The park ranger pointed out a beautiful bay willow tree with its shiny leaves reflecting the sunlight near the lake's edge.
- Bay willow trees have become a common sight in many eastern US cities, where they often grow in parks and along rivers.
- The bay willow's leathery leaves are a distinctive feature of this European willow tree that has naturalized in many parts of North America.
- In the eastern United States, the bay willow is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and hardiness.