Synonyms for Spruce

Definition of spruce

adjective
  1. marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners; "a dapper young man"; "a jaunty red hat"
noun
  1. light soft moderately strong wood of spruce trees; used especially for timbers and millwork
  2. any coniferous tree of the genus Picea

12 synonyms found

Writing tips for "spruce"

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"Spruce" in song lyrics

See how spruce is used in real songs:

  • "dwarf blue spruce"
    AOL — AOL
  • "dwarf evergreen spruce"
    AOL — AOL
  • "baker's blue spruce"
    AOL — AOL

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