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Definition of "pine-knot" [pine-knot]

  • The resinous knot of a pine-tree, used as fuel. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

Use "pine-knot" in a sentence
  • "Every time he was thus awakened he drove back the wolves with flying brands, replenished the fire, and rearranged the pine-knot on his hand."
  • "All worked well, but there came a time when he fastened the pine-knot insecurely."
  • "But this time, before he dozed again, he tied a burning pine-knot to his right hand."
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