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单词 live oak
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live oak

noun

ˈlīv- How to pronounce live oak (audio)
: any of several American evergreen oaks: such as
a
: a medium-sized oak (Quercus virginiana) of southeastern North America often cultivated as a shelter and shade tree and noted for its extremely hard tough durable wood
b
: any of several oaks of the western U.S. with evergreen foliage and hard durable wood

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Nestled into a private valley dotted with live oak trees and less than three hours from LA or San Francisco, Reynolds purchased the parcel in the ‘80s and put up the eight-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bath main house in 1991. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2022 But the lack of quorums is stirring concerns among tree advocates like Robb who, for years, have been disturbed and distrustful of the city’s treatment of its live oak trees. al, 24 Aug. 2022 One heritage tree — a 44-inch live oak — met the requirements for both removal and preservation. Elena Bruess, San Antonio Express-News, 31 May 2022 One woman even chained herself to a live oak tree in protest. al, 29 June 2022 Examples include: In 2015, nine live oak trees were destroyed near Mobile’s Bienville Square to make room for a future hotel. al, 29 June 2022 That will be achieved by moving trees, including one 44-inch live oak, from the bank and replanting them elsewhere. Elena Bruess, San Antonio Express-News, 15 June 2022 Walk 50-plus miles under live oak and saw palmetto groves, keeping your eyes peeled for wild horses, alligators, and sea turtles. Alison Van Houten, Outside Online, 6 June 2019 The rushing sound of water and canopy of over 100 live oak trees make this park an excellent location for a picnic or some simple relaxation. Gabi De La Rosa, Chron, 8 June 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1610, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

live oak

noun

ˈlīv- How to pronounce live oak (audio)
: any of several American oaks that have evergreen leaves
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