pin oak
noun
an oak, Quercus palustris, characterized by the pyramidal manner of growth of its branches and deeply pinnatifid leaves.
Origin of pin oak
1An 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.
The Mammals of Washtenaw County, Michigan | Norman WoodIn 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 DeamIt 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 DeamThe 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 DeamTake the pin-oak, for instance, and note the softness of the greenery above its flowers.
Getting Acquainted with the Trees | J. Horace McFarland
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