Meaning and background
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Oak is the English name for a group of trees belonging to the genus *Quercus*. The word goes back to Old English *āc*, while its more remote origins are uncertain. As a dog name it offers a direct tree association without needing a fabricated meaning such as 'fearless guardian'. Its single syllable makes it easy to call, with a long vowel followed by a clear consonant.
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