true pine

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. A coniferous tree of the genus Pinus : A "true pine" is a tree belonging to the genus Pinus within the pine family (Pinaceae). This term distinguishes these specific trees from other coniferous trees that are commonly but incorrectly called "pines" in casual language. Usage Notes The term "true pine" is used in botanical and precise contexts to specify members of the genus...