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bamboo
noun
bam·boo
(ˌ)bam-ˈbü 
ˈbam-ˌ
ˈbam-ˌ
plural bamboos
often attributive
: any of various woody or arborescent grasses (as of the genera Bambusa, Arundinaria, and Dendrocalamus of the subfamily Bambusoideae) of tropical and temperate regions having hollow stems, thick rhizomes, and shoots that are used for food
also
: the jointed stem of bamboo used especially for building, furniture, and utensils
Examples of bamboo in a Sentence
Bamboo grows in the grove near the house.
We cut down some bamboos.
Recent Examples on the Web
The fact that it’s survived all these varied elements is a testament to the strength and durability of rattan, willow, bamboo and spray paint.
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Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 5 June 2024
Traditionally, the structures are rustic yet elegant, constructed from hinoki wood, bamboo and washi paper.
—Gisela Williams, New York Times, 28 May 2024
These Hotel Sheets Direct sheets made of viscose derived from bamboo are an excellent place to start.
—Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2024
Organic materials such as bamboo, rattan, and oak grace the soothing indoor-outdoor living spaces that merge effortlessly.
—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
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Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 5 June 2024
Traditionally, the structures are rustic yet elegant, constructed from hinoki wood, bamboo and washi paper.
—Gisela Williams, New York Times, 28 May 2024
These Hotel Sheets Direct sheets made of viscose derived from bamboo are an excellent place to start.
—Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2024
Organic materials such as bamboo, rattan, and oak grace the soothing indoor-outdoor living spaces that merge effortlessly.
—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for bamboo
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“Bamboo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bamboo. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.
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bamboo
noun
bam·boo
bam-ˈbü
plural bamboos
: any of various chiefly tropical tall woody grasses including some with strong hollow stems used for building, furniture, or utensils
also
: the strong woody stem of bamboo
bamboo
adjective
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