birch
Translation
birch
Examples
A tall birch tree stood in the yard.
A tall birch tree stood in the yard.
Grammar Patterns
((a birch)) a type of tree with white bark A tall birch tree stood in the yard.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none, as it's a specific tree); Antonyms: (none)
Etymology
From Old English 'birce', related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to shine; white', referring to its distinctive bark.
Memory Tips
Picture the white, papery bark of a birch tree. The 'b' and 'r' sounds can be associated with 'bark'.