Cactus: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ต
cactus
[ หkรฆktษs ]
desert plant
A cactus is a type of plant that can store water and has thorns or spines. Cacti are often found in arid regions such as deserts.
Synonyms
barrel cactus, prickly pear, succulent
Examples of usage
- The cactus is well-adapted to survive in the desert.
- Many cacti bloom beautiful flowers despite the harsh conditions.
- Cacti come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Translations
Translations of the word "cactus" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cacto
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคเฅเคเคธ
๐ฉ๐ช Kaktus
๐ฎ๐ฉ kaktus
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะฐะบััั
๐ต๐ฑ kaktus
๐ฏ๐ต ใตใใใณ
๐ซ๐ท cactus
๐ช๐ธ cactus
๐น๐ท kaktรผs
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์ธ์ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุตุจุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ kaktus
๐ธ๐ฐ kaktus
๐จ๐ณ ไปไบบๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ kaktus
๐ฎ๐ธ kaktus
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะฐะบััั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฅแขแฃแกแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kaktus
๐ฒ๐ฝ cactus
Etymology
The word cactus comes from the Latin word 'cactus', which means 'prickly plant'. Cacti are native to the Americas and have been used by indigenous peoples for food, water, and medicine for centuries. The popularity of cacti as houseplants has grown in recent years due to their unique appearance and low maintenance requirements.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,869, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 17866 affectation
- 17867 flickered
- 17868 lethargy
- 17869 cactus
- 17870 maximization
- 17871 starring
- 17872 northwards
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