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hornbeam
noun[ C or U ]
uk /ˈhɔːn.biːm/ us /ˈhɔːrn.biːm/
a large deciduous tree (= one that loses its leaves in autumn) that is common in northern countries, with smooth grey bark(= hard outer covering) and hard white wood:
Hornbeam hedges are used widely on the estate.
The hornbeams were coming into bud and dropping last year's leaves.
The roots of the nearest hornbeam were damaging the brickwork of the house.
Smaller gardens along the street were hedged in boxwood and hornbeam.
The beeches, hornbeams, and limes are particularly beautiful when the sun shines through their leafy branches.
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