Acorn-producing tree
Editorially verified for the Oct 11, 2026
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Clue explained
An oak is a tree that produces acorns, its distinctive nutlike seeds. Oaks belong to the genus Quercus, which includes hundreds of species; many are valued for their strong hardwood. Their acorns also provide food for wildlife, while mature oaks can offer shelter and nesting sites for birds and other animals.
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NYT Midi Crossword
This clue's Sunday, October 11, 2026 appearance
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The answer to “Acorn-producing tree” in the New York Times Midi crossword is OAK — a 3-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on October 11, 2026 at 2-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.
“Acorn-producing tree” answer
OAK (3 letters)
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What does OAK mean?
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(noun)
- a large tree which bears acorns and typically has lobed deciduous leaves. Oaks are dominant in many north temperate forests and are an important source of durable timber used in building, furniture, and (formerly) ships
- an annual flat horse race for three-year-old fillies run on Epsom Downs, over the same course as the Derby. It was first run in 1779
When else has “Acorn-producing tree” appeared?
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October 11, 2026 (most recent) → OAK. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Acorn-producing tree”?
The answer is OAK, a 3-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on October 11, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Acorn-producing tree”?
3 letters: OAK.
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the New York Times Midi crossword on October 11, 2026, at 2-Down.
Can “Acorn-producing tree” have a different answer?
Yes — New York Times Midi sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.
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