larch

• Sustantivo que designa un árbol conífero del género Larix, caracterizado por sus hojas aciculares que caen en otoño, o la madera de dicho árbol.

A noun referring to a type of coniferous tree in the genus Larix, known for its deciduous needle-like leaves, or the wood obtained from this tree.

1. Tree speciesB2formal

   Any of numerous conifers of the genus Larix, characterized by deciduous needle-like leaves that turn yellow and fall in autumn.

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   • The larch is one of the few conifers that loses its needles in winter.
   • We planted a row of larches along the driveway.
   • In autumn, the larch forest turns a brilliant golden color.

2. Wood materialB2formal

   The durable, water-resistant wood obtained from larch trees, often used in construction and shipbuilding.

   Madera de alerce

   • The house was built with larch timber for its natural resistance to rot.
   • Larch wood is commonly used for making fence posts and garden furniture.
   • The boat's hull was constructed from high-quality larch planks.

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