quercous

Definitions

Of, or relating to, oak trees (genus Quercus).

not-comparable

Examples

“By the action of tannase on the tannin, a product ("quercous acid") is formed which can be reduced to ellagic acid.”

“With a vast territory, China boasts fertile land⟳ and a wild climate favourable for mulberry growing and silkworm breeding. Its plentiful quercous woods can also be utilized for tussah breeding.”

“In addition, quercous (oak-type) woods, suitable for tussah breeding, abound in many regions of the country and this type⟳ of silk is produced in at least 11 provinces.”

CEFR level