old oak

collocation in English

meaningsofoldandoak

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old
adjective
uk
/əʊld/us
/oʊld/
having lived or existed for ...
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oak
noun[C or U]
uk
/əʊk/us
/oʊk/
a large tree that is common in northern countries, or the hard wood of ...
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(Definition ofoldandoakfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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The supporting walls are represented by sheets of perspex and the treads are made ofoldoak.
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What is another reason that is given for cutting thisoldoak?
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The roof is tiled inoldoak.
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The chancel is panelled inoldoak.
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Large groups of veryoldoaktrees are rare.
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This area is a site of special scientific interest which consists largely ofoldoaktrees; the site is particularly noted for its lichens.
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It is a cluster of small interconnected lakes in the midst of anoldoakforest.
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Suddenly they saw a hill with anoldoakand an eagle on top.
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The crypt under the sanctuary may be entered through anoldoakdoor in the chancel.
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There are some veryoldoakpollards which may be of this age or older.
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Steel provides as much strength as theoldoakdrafting table frames and much easier portability.
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Oldoakhigh pews were cut down to their present size.
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Oldoaktrees are thought to be relics of ancient field boundaries.
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Surrender was formalized by anoldoaktree, made historical by the event.
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Theoldoaktrees in the reserve are covered with lichens.
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Theoldoakwas destroyed by fire in 1755, which also damaged the statue.
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He passes by the hanging tree, anoldoakwith a thick branch over which has been slung a noose.
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The house lies hidden amongst the many magnificentoldoak, beech and lime trees in the grounds.
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The campus sits along rolling hills with manyoldoaktrees present along the streets and throughout campus.
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The wall were panelled to 10 ft high inoldoak, and above the panelling hung 17th century tapestries.
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