Word
oaks
Phoneticsoaks
US/ˈoʊks/
UK/ˈəʊks/
Definitions
01multiple trees
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. more than one oak tree.
n. the plural form of the common deciduous or evergreen tree of the genus Quercus, known for its hard wood and acorns.
“The park is famous for its ancient oaks that have stood for centuries.”
“The rolling hills were densely populated with ancient oaks, their gnarled branches creating a thick canopy that shielded the forest floor from the midday sun.”
02horse racing
C1 · Advanced Plural noun Sports Technical
n. a famous horse race for three-year-old female horses.
n. a classic stakes race restricted to three-year-old fillies, most notably the Epsom Oaks in England or the Kentucky Oaks in the United States.
“She placed a small bet on the favorite to win the Oaks this year.”
“Winning the Oaks is considered one of the highest achievements for a three-year-old filly, often determining her future value at stud.”
Usage
Usually capitalized as 'The Oaks'.
Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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