noun Download 🔗Share Any of various trees of the genus Betula, native to countries in the Northern Hemisphere. Examples : "The forest was filled with birches, their white bark standing out against the green leaves. " plant nature environment biology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A hard wood taken from the birch tree, typically used to make furniture. Examples : "The sturdy dining table was made of birches, giving it a light color and smooth surface. " material plant building nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A stick, rod or bundle of twigs made from birch wood, used for punishment. Examples : "In the old days, some schools kept birches ready to be used for disciplining naughty students. " utensil weapon history society Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A birch-bark canoe. Examples : "The campers carefully launched their birches onto the calm lake. " nautical vehicle material Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To punish with a stick, bundle of twigs, or rod made of birch wood. Examples : "In the past, some teachers birched unruly students as a form of punishment. " action law Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To punish as though one were using a stick, bundle of twigs, or rod made of birch wood. Examples : "Because the mischievous students repeatedly disrupted the class, the frustrated teacher threatened to birch them, although he ultimately just assigned extra homework. " action law Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
