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Definition of paper birch
paper birch
Plural:paper birches
• noun
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North American A fast-growing species of birch tree native to northern North America, characterized by its distinctive white bark that peels off in thin, paper-like layers.
Example
"We planted a paper birch in the front yard because its bright, peeling bark provides beautiful contrast against the winter snow."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Paper birch. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/paper-birch