Quercus laevis

Definitions of Quercus laevis
  1. noun
    small slow-growing deciduous shrubby tree of dry sandy barrens of southeastern United States having leaves with bristle-tipped lobes resembling turkey's toes
    synonyms: American turkey oak, turkey oak
    see moresee less
    type of:
    oak, oak tree
    a deciduous tree of the genus Quercus; has acorns and lobed leaves
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Quercus laevis'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family