Meaning of the word bamboo in English

What does bamboo mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bamboo

US /bæmˈbuː/
UK /bæmˈbuː/
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Noun

a tall plant with hollow, woody stems, native to tropical and subtropical regions and used for building, furniture, and food.

Example:
The giant panda's diet consists almost entirely of bamboo.
They built a fence out of strong bamboo poles.