pine

B2
Pronunciation
/paɪn/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Any coniferous tree of the genus Pinus.

Synonyms
pine tree
Example Sentences
  • The northern slopes were covered mainly in pine.
2 Definition

Any tree (usually coniferous) which resembles a member of this genus in some respect.

3 Definition

The wood of this tree.

Synonyms
pinewood
4 Definition

(obsolete except South Africa) A pineapple.

5 Definition

A painful longing.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To languish; to lose flesh or wear away through distress.

Synonyms
droop languish
2 Definition

To long, to yearn so much that it causes suffering.

Synonyms
long yearn
Example Sentences
  • Laura was pining for Bill all the time he was gone.
3 Definition

To grieve or mourn for.

4 Definition

To inflict pain upon; to torment.

Synonyms
afflict torment torture