A type of evergreen tree that belongs to the genus Picea, characterized by its conical shape and needle-like leaves. Spruce trees are commonly found in temperate and boreal regions and are often used for timber and paper production. noun
The forest was dense with spruce and pine trees.
They used spruce wood to build the cabin because of its durability.
To make neat, smart, or trim in appearance; to tidy up. verb
She decided to spruce up the living room with new curtains and a fresh coat of paint.
Before the guests arrived, he spruced himself up by putting on a clean shirt and combing his hair.
Neat, smart, or stylish in appearance. adjective
He looked very spruce in his new suit and tie.
The spruce appearance of the garden impressed all the visitors.