1
: any of a genus (Abies) of north temperate evergreen trees of the pine family that have flattish leaves, circular leaf scars, and erect female cones and are valued for their wood
also
: any of various conifers (such as the Douglas fir) of other genera
2
: the wood of a fir
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“Fir.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fir. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
Kids Definition
fir
noun1
: any of various usually large evergreen trees related to the pines some of which yield useful lumber or resins
2
: the wood of a fir
Medical Definition
fir
noun
: any tree of the genus Abies see balsam fir
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