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Willow
UK
/ˈwɪləʊ/
US
/ˈwɪloʊ/
Translation of "willow" into Russian
Definitions
willow
Noun
UK
/ˈwɪləʊ/
US
/ˈwɪloʊ/
A type of tree or shrub that typically has narrow leaves and grows near water, known for its flexible branches.
The willow by the river swayed gently in the breeze.
The wood of a willow tree, often used in making cricket bats and other items.
The cricket bat was made from high-quality willow.
A cricket bat.
He picked up his willow and walked to the crease.
willow
Verb
UK
/ˈwɪləʊ/
US
/ˈwɪloʊ/
To clean and fluff cotton or wool fibers by beating them in a willow machine.
The mill willowed the cotton before it was spun.
willow
Adjective
UK
/ˈwɪləʊ/
US
/ˈwɪloʊ/
Made of willow wood.
She carried a willow basket to the market.
Slender and graceful like the branches of a willow.
The dancer had a willow figure.
Willow
Proper noun
A female given name.
Willow invited all her friends to the party.
Idioms and phrases
weeping willow
The weeping willow by the lake is a beautiful sight.
плакучая ива
Плакучая ива у озера — это красивое зрелище.
pussy willow
In spring, the pussy willow blooms beautifully.
котик (ива)
Весной красиво расцветает ива-котик.