Oak, in a nutshell? Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, February 11, 2021 · 14-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, February 11, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 11, 2021 · 14-Across · 5 letters
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fruit of the oak tree: a smooth thin-walled nut in a woody cup-shaped base
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