maple: Meaning and Definition of
ma•ple
Pronunciation: (mā'pul), [key]
— n.
- any of numerous trees or shrubs of the genus Acer, species of which are grown as shade or ornamental trees, for timber, or for sap. Cf.
- the wood of any such tree.
- the flavor of maple syrup or maple sugar.
- pin (def. 11).
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