balsam fir
noun
: a resinous North American fir (Abies balsamea) that is widely used for pulpwood and as a Christmas tree and is the source of Canada balsam
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Since 1962, the family has been selling Canadian balsam fir trees that were grown then shipped from their family tree farm in Nova Scotia.
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
Underneath, young balsam fir laden with fresh snow reduced visibility to only a few feet in some places.
—Al Wolter, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
Wisconsin About since 1916, The Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison has put up a huge balsam fir that is usually 50 to 65 feet high.
—Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Choose a candle with a holiday scent — like balsam fir, spiced berry, or warm vanilla—to really get in the festive spirit.
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—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
Underneath, young balsam fir laden with fresh snow reduced visibility to only a few feet in some places.
—Al Wolter, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
Wisconsin About since 1916, The Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison has put up a huge balsam fir that is usually 50 to 65 feet high.
—Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Choose a candle with a holiday scent — like balsam fir, spiced berry, or warm vanilla—to really get in the festive spirit.
5.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for balsam fir
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“Balsam fir.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balsam%20fir. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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