Maple: meaning, definitions and examples

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maple

 

[ หˆmeษชpษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

tree type

Maple refers to a genus of trees and shrubs known for their distinctive leaves, which typically have five lobes, and for their colorful fall foliage. They are primarily found in North America and Asia and are cherished for their beauty and shade. The wood of the maple tree is hard, making it highly sought after for furniture and flooring. Additionally, maple trees are famous for producing maple syrup, a popular natural sweetener derived from the sap of certain maple species.

Synonyms

acer, maplewood, red maple, sugar maple

Examples of usage

  • The maple trees turned vibrant red in the autumn.
  • She poured maple syrup over her pancakes.
  • The table was crafted from beautiful maple wood.
  • A squirrel climbed the trunk of the maple tree.
  • The park is filled with majestic maple trees.

Translations

Translations of the word "maple" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น maple

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคชเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ahorn

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mapel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะปะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ klon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใ‚จใƒ‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉrable

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arce

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸeker akรงaaฤŸaรง

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹จํ’๋‚˜๋ฌด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ูŠู‚ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ javor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ javor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆžซๆ ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ javor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lind

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะปะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒžแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qoz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arce

Etymology

The term 'maple' originates from the Old English word 'mapel,' which is of Germanic origin, closely related to the Dutch word 'mapel' and the German word 'Ahorn.' The word has been used for centuries to describe this genus of trees, which has significant cultural and economic importance, especially in North America where the sugar maple tree is harvested for its sap. The production of maple syrup has its roots in Indigenous cultures, and it became a vital industry with the arrival of European settlers. Maple wood is valued for its durability and fine grain, making it a preferred choice for furniture and flooring. The popularity of maples continues to grow as they are often used in landscaping for their aesthetic appeal, especially during the fall months when their leaves change color.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,208, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.