paper birch

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Definition of paper birch in English English dictionary

A North American birch tree (Betula papyrifera) having paperlike white bark used to make baskets, toy canoes, and other articles. Also called canoe birch. Ornamental, shade, and timber tree (Betula papyrifera) of the birch family, native to northern and central North America. Also called canoe birch, silver birch, or white birch, it is one of the best-known birches. The smooth, varicolored or white bark of young trees peels horizontally in thin sheets, which once were used as writing surfaces as well as for roofing, canoes, and shoes. The water-impervious bark, which burns even when wet, is a boon to campers and hikers

Hyphenation

pa·per birch

Turkish pronunciation

peypır bırç

Pronunciation

/ˈpāpər ˈbərʧ/ /ˈpeɪpɜr ˈbɜrʧ/