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crack willow

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noun

  1. a species of commonly grown willow, Salix fragilis, with branches that snap easily

  2. any of various related willows

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The white willow, Salix alba, L., and the crack willow, Salix fragilis L., with bright yellow twigs, are European species which are often planted for ornamental purposes.

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