white ash

• Eine Laubbaumart, die im Osten Nordamerikas heimisch ist und für ihr hartes, leichtes Holz geschätzt wird, das zur Herstellung von Baseballschlägern, Werkzeuggriffen und Möbeln verwendet wird.

A type of hardwood tree native to eastern North America, valued for its strong, lightweight wood used in baseball bats, tool handles, and furniture.

1. Tree speciesB2formalamerican

   A large deciduous tree (Fraxinus americana) native to eastern North America, known for its strong wood and compound leaves.

   Baumart

   • The white ash tree is commonly planted for its shade and fall color.
   • White ash wood is prized for making baseball bats and tool handles.
   • The leaves of the white ash turn a deep purple in autumn.

2. Residue from burningB1formal

   The light-colored, powdery remains left after something, such as wood or paper, has been completely burned.

   Weiße Asche

   • After the campfire died out, only white ash remained.
   • The white ash from the volcano covered the surrounding fields.
   • He swept the white ash from the fireplace into a bucket.