Cherry Birch (Noun)
Meaning
Common birch of the eastern United States having spicy brown bark yielding a volatile oil and hard dark wood used for furniture.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cherry birch is known for its striking bark, which shreds into thin horizontal strips and peels to reveal new, reddish-brown layers underneath.
- Eastern hikers often rely on the cherry birch to create walking sticks, thanks to its dense and shock-resistant wood.
- Because the wood is dark in color, many cabinetmakers prize cherry birch for making attractive, sturdy furniture pieces.
- Furniture made from cherry birch often boasts beautiful wood grain and endures through years of regular use.
- Oil derived from the bark of the cherry birch can be distilled to make medicinal extracts with antimicrobial properties.