Gray Poplar (Noun)
Meaning
Large rapidly growing poplar with faintly lobed dentate leaves grey on the lower surface; native to Europe but introduced and naturalized elsewhere.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The gray poplar is a large, fast-growing tree that can reach great heights in a relatively short amount of time.
- In some areas, the gray poplar has become naturalized and can be found growing along riverbanks and in other moist environments.
- The leaves of the gray poplar are a distinctive feature, with a grey underside that contrasts with the green upper surface.
- Gray poplar is often used as a windbreak or shelterbelt in agricultural areas due to its rapid growth rate.
- The wood of the gray poplar is soft and weak, making it less desirable for use in construction or furniture-making.