Definition of fir

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Fir (n.) A genus (Abies) of coniferous trees, often of large size and elegant shape, some of them valued for their timber and others for their resin. The species are distinguished as the balsam fir, the silver fir, the red fir, etc. The Scotch fir is a Pinus..

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Primacy :: Primacy (a.) The state or condition of being prime or first, as in time, place, rank, etc., hence, excellency; supremacy..
Confirming :: Confirming (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Confir.
Sagger :: Sagger (n.) A pot or case of fire clay, in which fine stoneware is inclosed while baking in the kiln; a seggar..
Inversion :: Inversion (n.) A change in the order of the terms of a proportion, so that the second takes the place of the first, and the fourth of the third..
On :: On (prep.) By virtue of; with the pledge of; -- denoting a pledge or engagement, and put before the thing pledged; as, he affirmed or promised on his word, or on his honor..
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Broken :: Broken (v. t.) Made infirm or weak, by disease, age, or hardships..
Debutante :: Debutante () A person who makes his (or her) first appearance before the public.
Disaffirmation :: Disaffirmation (n.) The act of disaffirming; negation; refutation.
Firry :: Firry (a.) Made of fir; abounding in firs.
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Christen :: Christen (v. t.) To use for the first time.
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