hornbeam
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Noun — A tree of the genus Carpinus, with smooth grey bark and very hard white wood.
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How to use hornbeam
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common hornbeam
hornbeam hedge
hornbeam wood
American hornbeam
European hornbeam
It is an ordinary word, used in gardening, forestry and woodworking.
Etymology
The word comes from Late Middle English, formed from horn and bem, a word for a tree. It refers to a tree whose wood is as hard as horn.
Full origin of hornbeam →Frequently asked questions
What is a hornbeam?
A hornbeam is a tree of the genus Carpinus. It has smooth grey bark, a ridged trunk and very hard white wood.
Why is it called a hornbeam?
The name joins horn and an old word for tree. It refers to the wood being as hard as horn.
Where do hornbeams grow?
Hornbeams are found in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The common or European hornbeam is Carpinus betulus, and the American hornbeam is Carpinus caroliniana.
