First Known Use: before 12th century
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fir
noun \ˈfər\
: a tall evergreen tree
: the wood of a fir tree
Full Definition of FIR
1
: any of a genus (Abies) of north temperate evergreen trees of the pine family that have flattish leaves, circular leaf scars, and erect female cones and are valued for their wood; also : any of various conifers (as the Douglas fir) of other genera
2
: the wood of a fir
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Origin of FIR
Middle English, from Old English fyrh; akin to Old High German forha fir, Latin quercus oak
FIR Defined for Kids
fir
noun \ˈfər\
Definition of FIR for Kids
: a tall evergreen tree related to the pine that yields useful lumber
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noun \ˈfər\
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