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pin oak

noun

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


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Word History and Origins

Origin of pin oak1

An Americanism dating back to 1805–15
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Example Sentences

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.

It does not thrive in situations that are inundated much of the winter season such as the pin oak will endure.

The stumps of the dead branches which penetrate to the center of the tree have given it the name of pin oak.

Take the pin-oak, for instance, and note the softness of the greenery above its flowers.

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