noble fir

American  

noun

1. a fir, Abies procera, of the northwestern U.S., which may grow to a height of 250 feet (76 meters).

2. the soft, light wood of this tree, used for pulpwood and plywood.

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Etymology

Origin of noble fir

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900

Example Sentences

The remainder were sugar pine, noble fir, red fir, incense cedar, western red cedar, mountain hemlock and western hemlock.

From Science Daily • Dec. 28, 2023

Native species like the Fraser fir and noble fir still reign supreme on the U.S. market, but species from other parts of the world are becoming increasingly popular with growers here, Chastagner says.

From Scientific American • Dec. 17, 2021

Look for various lengths of fresh western red cedar, Douglas fir and noble fir garland, available at local nurseries, to drape on a staircase, mantel and bookshelves, as well.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2021

Whether it’s a towering noble fir, a medium-sized Colorado blue spruce or even a fake plastic evergreen, expect to pay more for your Christmas tree this season.

From Washington Times • Nov. 30, 2021

After the road crosses the Rainier Fork, noble fir and amabilis fir appear, but the Douglas fir and western hemlock are still the prevailing species.

From The Forests of Mount Rainier National Park by Allen, Grenville F.