pussy willow

/ˌpʊsi ˈwɪloʊ/

Other forms: pussy willows

Definitions of pussy willow

1. noun

   small willow of eastern North America having greyish leaves and silky catkins that come before the leaves
   synonyms: Salix discolor

   type of:

   willow, willow tree

   any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix
2. noun

   much-branched Old World willow having large catkins and relatively large broad leaves
   synonyms: Salix caprea, florist's willow, goat willow

   type of:

   sallow

   any of several Old World shrubby broad-leaved willows having large catkins; some are important sources for tanbark and charcoal