Definition & Meaning of "pine"

Pine

a type of evergreen tree that grows in forests with needle-like leaves

Example

The pine forest was filled with the fresh, crisp scent of pine needles, creating a serene atmosphere.

The lumberjack carefully cut down the tall pine, noting its straight trunk and high-quality timber.

straight-grained durable and often resinous white to yellowish timber of any of numerous trees of the genus Pinus

to pine

to strongly desire something or someone, especially when they are absent

ache

care for

covet

crave

desire

Intransitive: to pine for sb/sth

Example

They pined for the carefree days of their youth.

I pined for the company of my best friend while traveling alone.

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