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durmast

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dur·​mast | \ ˈdərˌmast \
variants: or less commonly durmast oak

Definition of durmast

: a European oak (Quercus sessiliflora or Q. petraea) that is valued especially for its dark heavy tough elastic wood

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First Known Use of durmast

1791, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for durmast

perhaps alteration of dun mast, from dun entry 1 + mast (acorns)

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“Durmast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/durmast. Accessed 13 Aug. 2020.

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