beech Definition
- 1a large tree with smooth grey bark, oval leaves, and hard, pale wood
- 2the light-coloured wood of the beech tree
Using beech: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "beech" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The forest is dominated by beech trees.
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The table was made of beech wood.
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Beech leaves turn yellow in autumn.
beech Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with beech
the fruit of the beech tree, consisting of a prickly outer case enclosing two or three edible triangular nuts
Example
Squirrels are often seen collecting beech mast in autumn.
a hedge made up of beech trees, often used as a boundary or decorative feature in gardens or parks
Example
The garden was surrounded by a tall beech hedge.
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The beech forest is home to many different species of birds and insects.
Origins of beech
from Old English 'bēce'
Summary: beech in Brief
A 'beech' [biːtʃ] is a large tree with smooth grey bark, oval leaves, and hard, pale wood. It is also the name for the light-colored wood of the beech tree. Beech trees are often found in forests and are known for their yellow leaves in autumn. Other phrases include 'beech mast,' the fruit of the beech tree, and 'beech hedge,' a hedge made up of beech trees.
