Oaken (adjective)

Made of oak or resembling oak wood.

Origin:

Derived from the word "oak" which refers to a tree of the genus quercus, it was first recorded in the 15th century.

Examples:

  1. The oaken table had been in his family for generations.
  2. Oaken barrels are often used to age wine and whiskey.
  3. The oaken floorboards creaked underfoot.
  4. The oaken doors of the church were carved with intricate designs.
  5. The oaken chest was heavy and solid, built to last for centuries.
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