Definition

Made from the wood of the beech tree, which is a type of tree known for its hard and strong wood.

Example

The furniture in the room was beechen, giving it a warm and natural look.

Conversation

Have you seen that new table made of beechen wood?

Yeah, it looks really nice and sturdy!

I think beechen furniture adds a warm touch to any room.

I agree! It definitely has a unique charm.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Beechen is derived from "beech" (from Old English *bece*, meaning the beech tree) and "-en" (a suffix used to form adjectives indicating material or origin). The word "beechen" refers to something made of or relating to the beech tree.

Memory Tip

Think of the beech tree ('beech') and remember that 'beechen' describes something made from that tree.

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