What does BIRCH mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

1. a type of tree with smooth bark and thin branches
2. to hit someone with a thin stick or rod made of birch wood

Pronunciations

• US: /bɝtʃ/
• UK: /bɜːtʃ/

Origin and Usage

The word "birch" comes from Old English "bierce." It has been used since the Middle Ages to make furniture, tools, and paper. Birch trees are also popular for their ornamental value in landscaping.

Synonyms

• birch tree
• silver birch
• paper birch

Related Words

• beech
• brach
• broch
• brugh
• butch

Example Sentences

• The birch tree has smooth bark and thin branches.
• He was birched for stealing.