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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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The contemporary stools are made with a solid hardwood frame and finished with a decorative layer of white oak for a polished appearance.
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Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 4 July 2025
On the flip side, listings that mention natural materials, like soapstone countertops or white oak flooring, can sell for up to 3.5% more.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
The interior reflects Alo’s aesthetic with white oak millwork and matte black accents.
—Alexandra Pastore, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
It is then aged in American white oak barrels for six months.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 4 July 2025
On the flip side, listings that mention natural materials, like soapstone countertops or white oak flooring, can sell for up to 3.5% more.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
The interior reflects Alo’s aesthetic with white oak millwork and matte black accents.
—Alexandra Pastore, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
It is then aged in American white oak barrels for six months.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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“White oak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20oak. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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