1. a tree that has been cut back to the trunk so that it produces a dense growth of new shoots
2. an animal, especially a deer or ox, that has had its horns removed or naturally lacks them

1. to cut back a tree to the trunk to encourage new growth
2. to remove the horns from an animal

Examples

• The old willow was pollarded every few years to keep it healthy.
• Pollard trees lined the country lane, their thick trunks sprouting new branches.
• The farmer kept a pollard bull in the pasture with the cows.
• They decided to pollard the oak tree to prevent it from growing too large.
• The pollard deer grazed peacefully in the meadow.
• Regular pollarding helps maintain the traditional appearance of these ancient trees.