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larch
noun \ˈlärch\
: a type of tree that is related to the pines and that drops its needles in the winter
Full Definition of LARCH
: any of a genus (Larix) of northern hemisphere trees of the pine family with short fascicled deciduous leaves; also : the wood of a larch
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Origin of LARCH
probably from German Lärche, from Middle High German lerche, from Latin laric-, larix
First Known Use: 1548
Larch
geographical name \ˈlärch\
Definition of LARCH
river 270 miles (434 kilometers) Canada in W Quebec flowing NE to unite with the Caniapiskau forming Koksoak River
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larch
noun \ˈlärch\
Definition of LARCH for Kids
: a tree related to the pine that sheds its needles each fall
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