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oaken

 

[ หˆoสŠ.kษ™n ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing material

The term 'oaken' refers to something made of, resembling, or characteristic of oak wood. Oak is known for its strength and durability, making oaken materials highly valued in furniture, flooring, and construction. Oaken items often display a distinct grain pattern and a rich coloration that can vary depending on the type of oak. This term is commonly used in contexts involving craftsmanship or environmental description.

Synonyms

hardwood, oak, wooden

Examples of usage

  • She crafted an oaken table for the dining room.
  • The oaken doors added a rustic charm to the cabin.
  • He admired the oaken beams supporting the ceiling.

Translations

Translations of the word "oaken" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น de carvalho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เค• เค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช eichen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dari kayu ek

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดัƒะฑะพะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dฤ™bowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒผใ‚ฏใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท en chรชne

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de roble

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท meลŸe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐธ๋‚˜๋ฌด์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู„ูˆุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dubovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dubovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฉกๆœจ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hrastov

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดัƒะฑั‚ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฃแƒฎแƒ˜แƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qovaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de roble

Etymology

The word 'oaken' is derived from the Old English term 'ฤc', which means 'oak'. The use of 'oaken' as an adjective has been documented since the 14th century, where it emerged to describe anything made from or related to the oak tree. Oak trees are prevalent in various regions and have been an important source of timber for centuries. Their wood is particularly prized for its strength and resistance to decay. The term has roots in various Germanic languages, reflecting the widespread significance of the oak tree across European cultures. Its historical and economic importance has led to the adoption of the word into the English language, illustrating both the practical uses of oak wood and its deeper symbolic meanings, often associated with strength and resilience.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,254, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.