Birch bark is a natural material that has been used for various purposes. However, there are other terms that can be used interchangeably with the word birch bark. These synonyms include birch veneer, birch wood, birch bark paper, birch bark craft, and birch bark basketry. Each term denotes a specific use or application for the birch bark. Birch veneer is wood sliced thinly for decorative or structural purposes. Birch wood is the actual tree trunk utilized for making furniture, flooring, and other products. Birch bark paper refers to a type of paper made from birch bark that is used for drawing and writing. Birch bark craft represents a creative outlet using birch bark strips for jewelry, wall art, and sculptures, while birch bark basketry is the art of weaving birch bark into baskets and containers.