wattle
1 synonym for wattle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A structure of woven branches and twigs used to make a wall, fence, or roof.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use wattle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wattle and daub
turkey's wattle
golden wattle
wattle fence
The word covers several unrelated meanings, so context decides which one is meant.
Etymology
Wattle comes from the Old English word watel, meaning a woven hurdle, which traces back to an ancient root meaning to turn or bend.
Full origin of wattle →Frequently asked questions
What does wattle mean?
It can mean woven branches used in building, the fleshy skin flap on a bird's neck, or a type of Australian acacia tree.
What is a wattle on a bird?
It is the fleshy fold of skin that hangs from the neck of birds such as chickens and turkeys.
Is wattle a type of tree?
Yes, it refers to several Australian acacia trees and shrubs, seen as a national emblem there.
