balsam fir

noun

: a resinous North American fir (Abies balsamea) that is widely used for pulpwood and as a Christmas tree and is the source of Canada balsam

Examples of balsam fir in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Underneath, young balsam fir laden with fresh snow reduced visibility to only a few feet in some places. —Al Wolter, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025

Wisconsin About since 1916, The Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison has put up a huge balsam fir that is usually 50 to 65 feet high. —Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024

Choose a candle with a holiday scent — like balsam fir, spiced berry, or warm vanilla—to really get in the festive spirit. 5. —Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024

Brule River State Forest in Douglas County is home to a lot of balsam fir, a Christmas-tree favorite with its short needles that last long and smell great. —Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 28 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

balsam fir

noun

: a North American fir tree widely used for pulpwood and as a Christmas tree

Medical Definition

balsam fir

noun

: a resinous American evergreen tree (Abies balsamea) that is widely used for pulpwood and as a Christmas tree and that is the source of Canada balsam