Meaning of the word bough in English

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

bough

US /baʊ/
UK /baʊ/
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Noun

a main branch of a tree

Example:
The heavy bough of the oak tree swayed in the wind.
Birds were nesting on a high bough.