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pin oak

/ˈpɪn ˌəʊk/

Übersetzung: Nordamerikanische Eichenart (Quercus palustris), die durch herabhängende untere Äste, tief eingeschnittene Blätter und kurze, nagelartige Zweige gekennzeichnet ist.

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/ˈpɪn ˌəʊk/C1formal
  • deNordamerikanische Eichenart (Quercus palustris), die durch herabhängende untere Äste, tief eingeschnittene Blätter und kurze, nagelartige Zweige gekennzeichnet ist.

A type of oak tree (Quercus palustris) native to North America, known for its distinctive downward-pointing lower branches and leaves with deep, pointed lobes. The name comes from the short, pin-like branchlets that remain on the tree.

  1. A species of oak treeB2formalamerican

    A fast-growing deciduous oak tree (Quercus palustris) native to eastern North America, known for its distinctive downward-pointing lower branches and deeply lobed leaves.

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    • The pin oak in our backyard turns a brilliant red in autumn.
    • Pin oaks are often planted in parks because of their attractive shape.
    • The lower branches of a pin oak droop down, giving it a unique silhouette.