bamboo

Definition

• n. the hard woody stems of bamboo plants; used in construction and crafts and fishing poles
• n. woody tropical grass having hollow woody stems; mature canes used for construction and furniture

Word forms

Plural

bamboos

Example sentences

1. n.

   Bamboo is used to make furniture and decorations in many Asian countries.

2. 医

   Some traditional medicines use extracts from bamboo plants for their healing properties.