white alder
noun
Origin of white alder
1First recorded in 1855–60
Words Nearby white alder
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How to use white alder in a sentence
As we followed the dike, the air was sweet with the perfume of white alder.
Everyday Adventures | Samuel ScovilleThe range of white alder extends from northern Idaho to southern California.
American Forest Trees | Henry H. Gibsonwhite alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is known simply as alder in the region where it grows.
American Forest Trees | Henry H. GibsonThe wood of white alder is five pounds lighter per cubic foot than red alder.
American Forest Trees | Henry H. GibsonThe white alder ought to be suitable for nearly every purpose for which red alder is used.
American Forest Trees | Henry H. Gibson
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