Silver Maple (Noun)
Meaning
A common North American maple tree; five-lobed leaves are light green above and silvery white beneath; source of hard close-grained but brittle light-brown wood.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The silver_maple is known for its fast growth rate, making it an attractive option for landscapers.
- Silver_maple trees thrive near rivers, lakes, and wetlands in North America.
- The unique leaves of the silver_maple have a distinctive silvery underside that shimmers in the breeze.
- Due to the hard and close-grained nature of its wood, silver_maple is commonly used for the manufacture of bowling pins.
- In some regions, silver_maple trees are considered invasive species due to their ability to quickly outcompete native vegetation.