black locust
Americannoun
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Also called false acacia. Also called yellow locust. a North American tree, Robinia pseudoacacia, of the legume family, having pinnate leaves and clusters of fragrant white flowers.
Etymology
Origin of black locust
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90
Example Sentences
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Standing as rigid as a black locust stump, and with his long ears fanned open, he started sniffing the air.
From Literature
“Our forefathers chose materials that were naturally rot-resistant, like black locust and red cedar and cypress,” said Shackelford, who owns a historic restoration business.
From Seattle Times
The black locust tree can take in atmospheric nitrogen and convert it to a type more accessible to plants.
From New York Times
Rounds of black locust, a naturally rot-resistant wood, sunk into pebbles, for instance.
From Washington Times
There are no hairpin turns, no pawpaws or black locust trees.
From Salon
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