1. the thin, papery outer bark of a birch tree, typically white or pale in color, often used for crafts, writing, or decoration
2. a canoe made from birch bark stretched over a wooden frame, traditionally used by Native Americans and early explorers
Usage: historical; often used in plural or as 'birch-bark canoe'

Examples

• The artist used birchbark to create intricate decorative boxes.
• Native Americans crafted birchbark canoes that were lightweight and durable.
• She peeled strips of birchbark from the fallen tree to use in her craft project.
• The birchbark scrolls were carefully preserved in the museum's collection.
• Birchbark was traditionally used as a writing surface in northern regions.
• The explorer's journal was written on birchbark during his expedition.