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bamboo
noun
bam·boo
(ˌ)bam-ˈbü 
ˈbam-ˌbü
ˈbam-ˌbü
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.
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And if the coastal aesthetic speaks to you, try something woven like rattan or bamboo.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2025
For another, the grounds span over three acres with old-growth trees, rose gardens, and a bamboo grove.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2025
My 15-minute ride from the airport zipped past fields of bamboo stalks to Rosewood Miyakojima, flanked by an ocean of distinct blues.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
Niagara Sleep Solutions Queen Cooling Mattress Topper Crafted from bamboo viscose, the breathable pad wicks away sweat and moisture and is naturally cooling, adapting to your body temperature to keep you comfortable all night.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2025
For another, the grounds span over three acres with old-growth trees, rose gardens, and a bamboo grove.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2025
My 15-minute ride from the airport zipped past fields of bamboo stalks to Rosewood Miyakojima, flanked by an ocean of distinct blues.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
Niagara Sleep Solutions Queen Cooling Mattress Topper Crafted from bamboo viscose, the breathable pad wicks away sweat and moisture and is naturally cooling, adapting to your body temperature to keep you comfortable all night.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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“Bamboo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bamboo. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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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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