Definitions

1. noun

A deciduous tree of the genus Oenothera, having clusters of white, pink, or yellow flowers, native to North America.

“The hoptree is native to the eastern and central United States, and its flowers attract various pollinators.”

2. noun

A tree whose wood is used for making hoops or hoops for a barrel.

“The cooper used a piece of hoptree wood to create the barrel’s hoops.”