old growth
Americannoun
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forest growth consisting of mature or overmature trees.
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virgin timber.
Other Word Forms
- old-growth adjective
Etymology
Origin of old growth
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Having access to both old growth mountains as well as unique shellfish habitats like the Outer Banks is a gift.
From Salon • Sep. 4, 2024
"We are very interested in understanding how Indigenous knowledge can be used in combination with western science to improve our management of all forest conditions including old growth," said Forest Service Deputy Chief Chris French.
From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2024
In the 1990s, however, ecological concerns prompted a pullback from logging on federal lands in the Pacific Northwest, where old growth had dwindled and habitat loss threatened many species.
From New York Times • Apr. 4, 2024
By the 1970s, the use of the last of the true old growth for cedar shakes was ending.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024
Then she points and says, “Do you see that? That old growth stump?”
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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