beech

/bitʃ/
noun
  1. A large tree with smooth gray bark and small edible nuts, common in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
    • We collected a basket of beech nuts during our walk in the woods.
    • The old beech in the park has been standing for over two hundred years.
    • The carpenter chose beech for the dining table because of its strength and fine grain.
  2. The hard, pale wood of the beech tree, used for furniture, flooring, and tools.
    • The kitchen chairs are made of solid beech and have lasted for decades.
    • The handle of the hammer was carved from beech.
    • Beech is a popular choice for wooden toys because it is durable and smooth.
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