Western balsam poplar

/ˌwɛstərn ˌbɔlsəm ˌpɑplər/
IPA guide

Definitions of Western balsam poplar
  1. noun
    cottonwood of western North America with dark green leaves shining above and rusty or silvery beneath
    synonyms: Populus trichocarpa, black cottonwood
    see moresee less
    type of:
    cottonwood
    any of several North American trees of the genus Populus having a tuft of cottony hairs on the seed
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Western balsam poplar'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family