adjective
Etymology
Origin of oaken
Example Sentences
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When that happens, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” transforms from an origin story into a heartfelt critique of inherited power’s worth against the oaken will of a simple man fueled by duty and honor.
From Salon
We bought the trunk, and now the oaken evidence was in my front hall — this eichensarg, as its original owner might have said.
From Washington Post
A 3,000-year-old oaken dugout canoe made by ancient indigenous peoples was discovered in the bed of Wisconsin’s Lake Mendota on Thursday.
From Washington Times
She wasn’t worried about mines; oaken nerves ran in the family.
From New York Times
In despair, he sank to the damp ground, his head pressed against the unyielding oaken planks.
From Literature
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