tan oak
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tan oak
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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It enriched the land with berries, medicinal herbs and tan oak acorns while killing bugs.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 28, 2021
Walking gloves, Havana, Smyrna, tan, oak and mahogany, with two or three buttons, clasps.
From The Copeland Method A Complete Manual for Cleaning, Repairing, Altering and Pressing All Kinds of Garments for Men and Women, at Home or for Busines by Copeland, Vanness
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