Austrian pine

American  

noun

1. a widely cultivated pine, Pinus nigra, native to Europe and Asia Minor, growing to a height of more than 100 feet (30 meters), often planted as a windbreak.

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Etymology

Origin of Austrian pine

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

All right angles and clean lines of white terrazzo and Austrian pine, the hotel has a monastic air unto itself.

From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2016

Meanwhile, Appleby hopes spring will bring a renewal of growth to his 40-year-old Austrian pine.

From Reuters • Feb. 19, 2011

Kolb said several years ago he began hearing the occasional report of an ailing Austrian pine with similar symptoms: a browning crown and sooty mold underlying the bark.

From Reuters • Feb. 19, 2011

I think windbreaks essential, and use Osage orange, elm, ash, Austrian pine, and cedars.

From The Apple by Various

The Austrian pine and the Scotch pine are welcome additions to our own pine family.

From Getting Acquainted with the Trees by McFarland, J. Horace (John Horace)