Post Oak (Noun)
Meaning
Small deciduous tree of eastern and central United States having dark green lyrate pinnatifid leaves and tough moisture-resistant wood used especially for fence posts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The post oak tree stood tall in the backyard, its dark green leaves a stark contrast to the surrounding landscape.
- The farmer chose post oak for the fence posts due to its durability and resistance to moisture.
- Post oak wood was highly prized by local craftsmen for its strength and versatility.
- The post oak tree's unique lyrate pinnatifid leaves made it a popular choice for landscaping in the region.
- The old post oak fence had withstood many harsh winters, a testament to the wood's exceptional durability.