pitch pine

• 一种松属（Pinus）针叶树，以其坚硬、富含树脂的木材而闻名，常用于建筑、造船和制作铁路枕木；该词也可指这种木材本身。

A type of coniferous tree (genus Pinus) known for its hard, resinous wood, often used in construction, shipbuilding, and for making railroad ties. The term can also refer to the wood itself.

1. Type of treeC1formalamerican

   A species of pine tree (Pinus rigida) known for its hard, resinous wood, native to eastern North America.

   刚松

   • Pitch pine trees are common in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey.
   • The wood of the pitch pine is highly resistant to rot.
   • We saw a large pitch pine growing near the riverbank.

2. Wood materialC1formalamerican

   The timber obtained from the pitch pine tree, valued for its strength and durability.

   硬松木（木材）

   • The old house was built with pitch pine beams.
   • Pitch pine was often used for shipbuilding in the 18th century.
   • The floorboards are made of reclaimed pitch pine.