Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tule
noun
/ˈtuːli/
Definition
A type of large sedge that grows in wetlands, often forming dense stands.
Examples
- Tules can often be seen lining the edges of lakes.
- Native American tribes used tules to weave baskets and mats.
- The tule marshes are an important habitat for various species of birds.
Meaning
Tule refers to a marshy plant commonly found near bodies of water, valued for its ecological importance and uses in traditional crafts.
Synonyms
- sedge
- cattail
