Black Oak (Noun)
Meaning
Medium to large deciduous timber tree of the eastern United States and southeastern Canada having dark outer bark and yellow inner bark used for tanning; broad five-lobed leaves are bristle-tipped.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The black oak is often associated with warm, dry sites, and its acorns are relatively large compared to other oaks.
- Black oak is prized for its strength, durability, and resistance to decay, which makes it an ideal choice for furniture and flooring.
- A mature black oak can grow to heights of over 100 feet and develop a spread of up to 60 feet.
- Black oak trees have a relatively long lifespan, often living over 200 years in ideal conditions.
- Because it is such a hard and dense wood, working with black oak requires specialized tools and techniques.