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beech

beech [ beech ] (plural beech·es)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. deciduous tree: a tall tree with smooth gray bark and glossy deciduous leaves. Native to: temperate regions.  Genus Fagus.

2. beech wood: the wood of the beech tree. Use: furniture.

[ Old English bēce< Germanic]

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