noun
1. : either of two American oaks with glossy leaves resembling those of the European laurel:
a. : a large oak ( Quercus laurifolia ) of the southeastern United States with a rather smooth dark brown bark, nearly evergreen leaves, and a small acorn with a shallow cup — called also pin oak
b. : shingle oak 1
2. : a moderate reddish brown that is yellower than roan and yellower and slightly lighter and stronger than mahogany — called also acajou