Quercus borealis
- noun
- /ˈkwɜrkəs bɔˈriəlɪs/
- Specialized
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roble del norte
- Leaf identification guides often highlight the pointed lobes of the Quercus borealis as a distinguishing feature.
Examples
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The Quercus borealis is prized for its shade and autumn foliage in many parks across the northeastern United States.
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A mature Quercus borealis can grow up to 80 feet tall, making it a prominent feature in any landscape.
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Furniture made from Quercus borealis is attractive but generally less durable than that from white oak species.
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The majestic Quercus borealis towers over the forest.
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Have you ever seen a Quercus borealis in autumn?
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The Quercus borealis provides a stunning display of red and orange leaves each autumn.
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Many homeowners prefer planting a Quercus borealis for its impressive height and shade.
Synonyms
A large tree with broad leaves that have sharp points and a rounded top
A large oak tree from eastern North America with leaves that turn red in autumn
Surface Forms
Morphology
Quercus + borealis
This is a Linnaean binomial composed transparently of the genus name Quercus (oak) plus the specific epithet borealis, which means 'northern' (cognate with English 'boreal'). A learner who knows both constituent meanings can readily infer 'a northern oak' (i.e. the northern red oak); the scientific naming convention and cross-linguistic use of Latin epithets make the relation predictable.
Etymology
Quercus borealis comes from Latin: Quercus means 'oak' and borealis means 'northern'. So the name gives a simple image of a 'northern oak', a large tree with pointed leaves common in eastern North America.
