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Definition of douglas fir
douglas fir
Plural:Douglas firs
douglas fir Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
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• noun
1
A large, evergreen coniferous tree native to western North America, characterized by hanging cones with distinct three-pointed bracts, and widely cultivated for forestry and as a Christmas tree.
Example
"We bought a beautiful Douglas fir for our Christmas tree this year because of its strong branches and sweet fragrance."
2
The strong, durable wood of the Douglas fir tree, heavily utilized globally in building construction and woodworking.
Example
"The contractor chose Douglas fir for the exposed structural beams due to its impressive load-bearing capacity and warm aesthetic."
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Despite its common name, the Douglas fir is not a true fir (genus Abies); it actually belongs to its own distinct genus, Pseudotsuga, which translates to 'false hemlock'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Douglas fir. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/douglas fir