: any of various oaks (especially Quercus alba of eastern North America) with acorns that mature in one year and leaf veins that never extend beyond the margin of the leaf
also: its hard strong durable wood
Illustration of white oak
leaves and acorns
Examples of white oak in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThe boats are constructed from different kinds of trees—elm, ash, white oak, cottonwood and red oak—reflecting changing environmental conditions.—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 June 2024 Each piece features both artists’ signature materials of clay and wood: To showcase Kaplan’s handmade tiles, Patti carved out pathways and sections in white oak that accommodate the inlay details.—Chris Schalkx Coco Romack Jinnie Lee Jamie Sims Zoe Ruffner Roxanne Fequiere, New York Times, 30 May 2024 Other design details that add to the home’s historic character include wide-plank white oak floorboards, wainscot paneling, plaster walls, and polished brass fittings.—Mark David, Robb Report, 17 May 2024 Each Quilt unit is a ductless mini-split, but rather than large white boxes on your wall, Quilt has designed smaller, sleeker units with the option of a white oak or white front panel that can be customized to fit your home decor.—Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for white oak
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