First Known Use: 1903
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krummholz
noun krumm·holz \ˈkru̇m-ˌhōlts\
plural krummholz
Definition of KRUMMHOLZ
: stunted forest characteristic of timberline
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Origin of KRUMMHOLZ
German, from krumm crooked + Holz wood
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