Meaning & use

larch

noun·Everyday

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A coniferous tree of the genus Larix, notable for shedding its needle-like leaves in autumn unlike most conifers.

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The hillside was lined with golden larch needles falling in October.

Larch wood is prized for its durability in outdoor construction.

A note on using this word

Unusually for a conifer, the larch is deciduous, turning a striking gold color before dropping its needles each fall.

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