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pine

[paɪn]

pine Definition

  • 1an evergreen coniferous tree with needle-shaped leaves
  • 2the wood of a pine tree

Using pine: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pine" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The pine forest is home to many animals.

  • Example

    The cabin was made of pine wood.

  • Example

    She picked up a pine cone from the ground.

pine Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pine

Phrases with pine

  • pine for someone/something

    to feel a strong desire or longing for someone or something

    Example

    After her dog died, she pined for him for months.

  • to gradually become weaker and thinner because of illness or sadness

    Example

    He pined away after his wife passed away.

  • a needle-shaped leaf of a pine tree

    Example

    The ground was covered in pine needles.

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Summary: pine in Brief

A 'pine' [paɪn] is an evergreen coniferous tree with needle-shaped leaves. It is also used to refer to the wood of a pine tree. The term appears in phrases like 'pine for someone/something,' expressing a strong desire or longing, and 'pine away,' indicating gradual weakening due to illness or sadness.

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