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osier

UK/ˈəʊzɪə/ US/ˈəʊʒə/ uncommon

noun

1.
2.

any of various willows having pliable twigs used in basketry and furniture

Origin

Borrowed from French Osier, from the noun osier (“willow tree”). Also altered from Auger and Ager. Compare Losier.

Phrases

  • red osier
  • red osier dogwood

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