Evergreen Oak (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen oak of southern Europe having leaves somewhat resembling those of holly; yields a hard wood.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The forest floor beneath the evergreen oak trees was blanketed with leaves and small branches.
- Timber suppliers praise the strength of wood obtained from the evergreen oak trees of southern Europe.
- Visitors to the botanical garden stopped to admire the evergreen oak, taking note of its unique holly-like leaves.
- Local craftsmen often use evergreen oak to create furniture, citing its durability as a major draw.
- The evergreen oak, with its dark green leaves and rough bark, stood out among the other trees in the forest.