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noun
1.
any of various willows, as the red osier, having tough, flexible twigs or branches that are used for wickerwork.
2.
a twig from such a willow.
3.
any of various North American dogwoods.
Origin:
1300–50; Middle English < Middle French; akin to Medieval Latin ausāria willow bed
1300–50; Middle English < Middle French; akin to Medieval Latin ausāria willow bed
Related forms
o·siered, adjective
o·sier·like, adjective
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Osiers
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