Quercus
|Quer-cus|
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/ˈkwɜrkəs/
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/ˈkwɜːkəs/
oak tree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Quercus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'quercus', which meant 'oak tree'.
Historical Evolution
'Quercus' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to oak trees.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'oak tree', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of trees or shrubs commonly known as oaks, belonging to the beech family, Fagaceae.
The Quercus genus includes both deciduous and evergreen species.
Synonyms
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