turkey oak en · NOUN
Etymology
From the resemblance of the leaves to the feet of the turkey.
Meanings
- Any of several oaks that grow on dry, sandy barrens. ▸ Quercus laevis, of the southeastern U.S.
- Any of several oaks that grow on dry, sandy barrens. ▸ Quercus incana, of the southern U.S., from Texas through the Piedmont to Virginia
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| turkey oaks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
bluejack oak (Quercus incana) · cinnamon oak (Quercus incana) · American turkey oak (Quercus laevis) · sandjack oak (Quercus incana) · upland willow oak (Quercus incana)