fir

[fɜː(r)]

fir Definition

• 1. a tall evergreen tree with a pointed top, narrow leaves, and hanging cones
• 2. the wood of a fir tree

Using fir: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fir" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The forest was filled with firs and pines.

• Example

  The cabin was built using fir wood.

fir Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fir

• evergreen
• conifer
• pine

Phrases with fir

• fir cone

  the woody female reproductive structure of a fir tree that contains the seeds

  Example

  The fir cones were scattered all over the ground.

• fir needle

  the long, thin leaf of a fir tree

  Example

  The fir needles were soft to the touch.

• fir bark

  the outer protective layer of a fir tree

  Example

  The fir bark was rough and textured.

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Summary: fir in Brief

A 'fir' [fɜː(r)] is a tall evergreen tree with narrow leaves and hanging cones. It is often used for its wood, as in 'The cabin was built using fir wood.' Other parts of the tree include the 'fir cone,' which contains the seeds, the 'fir needle,' which is a long, thin leaf, and the 'fir bark,' which is the outer protective layer.