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Definition of red maple

red maple

Plural:red maples
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North American A medium to large deciduous tree (Acer rubrum) native to eastern and central North America, characterized by its reddish twigs, early spring flowers, and vibrant crimson autumn foliage.

Example

"The landscaper recommended planting a red maple in the front yard to provide shade during the summer and spectacular color in the fall."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Red maple. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/red-maple
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