Pine | Mean of pine in English Dictionary

/ˈpaɪn/

• Noun
• a tree that has long, thin needles instead of leaves and that stays green throughout the year
• the wood of a pine tree that is often used to make furniture
• Verb
• to become thin and weak because of sadness or loss
1. Since his wife left him, he spends his days alone, pining away.

• to want or desire (someone or something) very much
1. teenage girls pining after rock stars
• to feel very sad because you want (something) or because you are not with (someone)
1. She was pining for the old days.
2. He's pining for his college sweetheart.
3. At this time of year, most people are pining for [=longing for] the return of spring.