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maple
/ˈmeɪpəl/
a type of tree with distinctive leaves
The maple tree in our backyard turns bright red in autumn.
This describes the seasonal color change of a maple tree.
general
a deciduous tree with palmate leaves and winged seeds, often producing sweet sap used to make syrup
Maple syrup is a popular topping for pancakes.
This shows a common use of maple tree sap.
The sugar maple (Acer saccharum) is the primary source of maple syrup.
general
a shade of red or brown resembling the color of maple wood or leaves
She wore a maple-colored scarf to match her coat.
This describes an item colored like maple wood or leaves.
Maple colors range from light amber to deep red.
Collocations
maple syrupa sweet liquid made from maple sapmaple leafthe distinctive palmate leaf of a maple treemaple woodthe hardwood from maple trees, often used in furniture
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Maple Syrup Production
Maple syrup is made by boiling down the sap of sugar maple trees, typically in early spring.
Word Origin
From Old English 'mapulder', from Latin 'acer' (sharp, referring to the pointed leaves)
Usage Notes
The term 'maple' is commonly associated with the tree, its products (like syrup), and its distinctive leaf shape.
Word Breakdown
maple
a type of tree
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