alamos
|a-la-mos|
B2
/ˈæləməs/
(alamo)
poplar tree; historic site
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alamo' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'álamo,' where 'álamo' meant 'poplar tree.'
Historical Evolution
'álamo' was borrowed into English from Spanish, maintaining its reference to the poplar tree.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'poplar tree,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of tree, specifically the poplar tree, often found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
The alamos lined the riverbank, providing shade and shelter.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/12 00:36