black hemlock
- noun
- /blæk ˈhɛm.lɑk/
- US
:
pino negro
- Lumber from black hemlock is prized for its exceptional durability.
Examples
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The black hemlock thrives in the mountainous regions of the Pacific Northwest.
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During our hike, we identified several black hemlocks by their dark, rough bark.
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The black hemlock tree can grow up to 200 feet tall.
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Many carpenters prefer black hemlock for its durability.
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We spotted a majestic black hemlock towering over the forest during our nature walk.
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Lumber made from black hemlock is often used in furniture due to its strength.
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The black hemlock can live for hundreds of years, making it a significant species in the ecosystem.
Synonyms
A large evergreen tree with very hard wood that grows on high mountain slopes
A tall evergreen tree from western North America, called mountain hemlock
Surface Forms
Morphology
The phrase is a straightforward adjective + noun combination: 'black' describes a property of the hemlock tree, so the meaning (a type/variety of hemlock characterized by being black or having darker/harder wood) is directly derivable from its parts. This compositional pattern (color/adjective modifying a noun to indicate a variety) is cross-linguistically common and readily understood by learners who know both words.
Etymology
Black hemlock probably comes from the tree's dark bark and very hard wood. The word black points to the 'dark' look and the word hemlock names the evergreen, so the name helps you remember that this is a large tree with especially strong wood today.
