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Oregon pine

American  

noun

  1. Douglas fir.


Etymology

Origin of Oregon pine

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

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Rather, urban Western Washington and Oregon pine for the kind of social democracy and generous safety net found in such countries as Sweden, alas without high-speed rail.

From Seattle Times

Rerouted Fraser firs, fried Oregon pines, artificial trees caught in broken supply chains, and sky-high transportation costs have contorted the seasonal arbor trade like an oversized tree scrunched under a low ceiling.

From Washington Post

Rerouted Fraser firs, fried Oregon pines, artificial trees caught in broken supply chains and sky-high transportation costs have contorted the seasonal arbor trade like an oversized tree scrunched under a low ceiling.

From Seattle Times

Past the covered front porch, the restored landmark shows off the natural beauty of wood with an interior awash in Oregon pine.

From Los Angeles Times

“Welcome to America!” one woman bellowed, as six crew members balanced on the ends of crossbeams that extended from the ship’s three Oregon pine masts.

From Washington Post