Salix: meaning, definitions and examples

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salix

 

[ หˆseษชlษชks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plant type

Salix is a genus of trees and shrubs commonly known as willow. Willows are notable for their slender branches and flexible stems, often found near water sources. They are known for their ability to thrive in wet environments and are often used in landscaping and erosion control.

Synonyms

sallow, willow

Examples of usage

  • The salix tree adds beauty to the riverbank.
  • Salix species are essential for biodiversity in wetland ecosystems.
  • We used salix branches for our garden project.

Translations

Translations of the word "salix" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น salgueiro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฒเคฟเค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Weide

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ salix

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตั€ะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wierzba

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒคใƒŠใ‚ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท saule

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sauce

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรถฤŸรผt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ„๋“œ๋‚˜๋ฌด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุงู„ูŠูƒุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vrba

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vล•ba

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŸณๆ ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vrba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรญรฐir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salkฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sauce

Etymology

The term 'salix' originates from Latin, where it refers specifically to willows. The word has been used since ancient times to denote various species within this genus. Willows hold a significant place in various cultures and have been recognized for their ecological benefits, such as soil stabilization and providing habitats for wildlife. The versatility of salix species has also made them popular in traditional medicine and various agricultural practices, showcasing their importance beyond mere aesthetics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,995, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.