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Definition of oak

oak

/oʊk/
Plural:oaks
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Adjective:oaken
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oak Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large tree or shrub of the beech family (genus Quercus), primarily native to the Northern Hemisphere, known for bearing acorns and typically having lobed leaves.

Example

"The majestic oak in the center of the town square has provided shade for generations of residents."

2

The hard, durable wood of the oak tree, widely used in construction, flooring, and furniture making.

Example

"The antique dining table was crafted from solid oak and polished to a deep shine."

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• Rhymes for oak

• Nearby Words

oafish
oafishly
oafishness
oak
oaked
oaken
oakland

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'āc', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'eik' and German 'Eiche'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oak
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