ma·ple 
/ˈmeɪpəl/ noun
plural ma·ples /ˈmeɪpəl/ noun 1 [count] : 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 [noncount] : the wood of a maple tree
▪ a table made of maple
▪ The maple leaf is an emblem of Canada. —called also maple tree
▪ a table made of maple
