white birch

noun

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: either of two Eurasian birches (Betula pubescens and B. pendula) with white or ash-colored bark that are often planted as ornamentals in the U.S.

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The white birch arms of the mannequin with fully adjustable joints are poised delicately on the car hub and hood, even this small detail nodding to Anderson’s fastidiousness. Monica Kim, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2024 Packed with salicylic acid to tackle blemishes, white birch extract to even out the skin tone, and peony extract to protect against oxidative damage, you’re all set to conquer your dark spots, hyperpigmentation, dullness, and uneven texture with this solution. Iman Balagam, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2024 The scent is a combination of lavender mixed with white birch, oak, and musk, with hints of earthy and floral notes. Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 22 Jan. 2024 It is distilled once to preserve the unique flavors and filtered with white birch charcoal. Akiko Katayama, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2023 See all Example Sentences for white birch 

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of white birch was in 1766

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“White birch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20birch. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.

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