Alerce
|A-ler-ce|
C1
🇺🇸
/əˈlɛrsi/
🇬🇧
/əˈlɛːsi/
Ancient tree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Alerce' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'alerce', which referred to the larch tree.
Historical Evolution
'Alerce' was borrowed directly from Spanish into English, maintaining its reference to the tree species.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the larch tree, but in English, it specifically denotes the Fitzroya tree native to South America.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of tree native to the Andes, known for its longevity and valuable timber.
The Alerce tree can live for over 3,000 years.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/24 23:14