white alder

noun

1. sweet pepperbush.

Word History and Origins

Origin of white alder¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

As we followed the dike, the air was sweet with the perfume of white alder.

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The range of white alder extends from northern Idaho to southern California.

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White Alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is known simply as alder in the region where it grows.

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The wood of white alder is five pounds lighter per cubic foot than red alder.

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The white alder ought to be suitable for nearly every purpose for which red alder is used.

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