laurel oak

/ˌlɔrəl oʊk/
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Definitions of laurel oak
  1. noun
    large nearly semi-evergreen oak of southeastern United States; thrives in damp soil
    synonyms: Quercus laurifolia, pin oak
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    type of:
    oak, oak tree
    a deciduous tree of the genus Quercus; has acorns and lobed leaves
  2. noun
    small deciduous tree of eastern and central United States having leaves that shine like laurel; wood is used in western states for shingles
    synonyms: Quercus imbricaria, shingle oak
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    type of:
    oak, oak tree
    a deciduous tree of the genus Quercus; has acorns and lobed leaves
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