plural maples
1
: a type of tree that grows in northern parts of the world and has hard wood often used in making furniture
The maple leaf is an emblem of Canada.
called also maple tree
2
: the wood of a maple tree
a table made of maple
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“Maple.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/maple. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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