western larch
- noun
- /ˈwɛstərn lɑrtʃ/
- Specialized
:
larice del oeste
- Several western larches can be found growing along hiking trails in Montana.
Examples
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Each autumn, the needles of the western larch turn golden yellow before falling.
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The western larch is prized for its strong and durable wood, making it valuable in the timber industry.
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The western larch grows tall in the forests of Montana.
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Many western larches can be found in British Columbia.
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The park features a stunning array of trees, including tall western larch with their sharply pointed leaves.
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During autumn, the vibrant golden needles of the western larch create a picturesque landscape.
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Many builders prefer using western larch for its durability and attractive wood grain in construction.
Synonyms
A tall type of tree from western North America valued for its wood
A tall North American tree with pale green needles, oval cones, and strong wood
A tall tree from western North America with pale green needles and cones grown for its wood
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly compositional: 'western' (from the west) modifies 'larch' (a type of tree), so a B1 learner who knows both words can infer this refers to a larch species from the western region. This adjective+noun pattern is a standard, cross-linguistically common construction and does not require idiomatic or metaphorical knowledge.
Etymology
Western larch is a name made from western and larch: western means 'from the west' and larch is 'a kind of tree' whose soft needles turn golden and fall in autumn. That's why western larch refers to the tall larch found in western North America, known for its yellow needles and strong wood.
