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white oak
noun
: 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
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To achieve that old-world feel, Leigh and Hahn chose to mix rich hues with warm white oak and bold natural stones to lend an earthy and organic vibe.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
This bourbon is aged for eight years in Texas, starting with four years in American white oak barrels and finishing with another four years in French Limousine oak barrels.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
The primary bedroom features two closets, each with custom white oak cabinetry.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
Right now, that’s acorns — specifically white oak acorns.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 17 Oct. 2024
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
This bourbon is aged for eight years in Texas, starting with four years in American white oak barrels and finishing with another four years in French Limousine oak barrels.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
The primary bedroom features two closets, each with custom white oak cabinetry.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
Right now, that’s acorns — specifically white oak acorns.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 17 Oct. 2024
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“White oak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20oak. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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