pin oak


noun
  1. an oak, Quercus palustris, characterized by the pyramidal manner of growth of its branches and deeply pinnatifid leaves.

Origin of pin oak

1
An Americanism dating back to 1805–15

Words Nearby pin oak

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How to use pin oak in a sentence

  • The paw paw and pin oak were found rarely in the southeastern part of the county.

  • In the "flats" in certain parts of Jackson and Scott Counties it becomes a common tree, associated with pin oak and sweet gum.

    Trees of Indiana | Charles Clemon Deam
  • It does not thrive in situations that are inundated much of the winter season such as the pin oak will endure.

    Trees of Indiana | Charles Clemon Deam
  • The stumps of the dead branches which penetrate to the center of the tree have given it the name of pin oak.

    Trees of Indiana | Charles Clemon Deam
  • Take the pin-oak, for instance, and note the softness of the greenery above its flowers.

    Getting Acquainted with the Trees | J. Horace McFarland