Succulent: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ต
succulent
[ หsสkjสlษnt ]
type of plant
A succulent is a plant with thick, fleshy leaves or stems that store water, allowing it to survive in arid conditions. Succulents are popular for their unique appearance and low maintenance requirements.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Succulents are often used as decorative houseplants.
- Some common types of succulents include aloe vera, jade plant, and cactus.
describing plants or food
When used to describe plants or food, succulent means juicy, moist, or tender. It is often used to describe delicious dishes or ripe fruits.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The steak was so succulent and flavorful.
- The peach was ripe and succulent, bursting with juice.
Translations
Translations of the word "succulent" in other languages:
๐ต๐น suculento
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคธเคฆเคพเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช saftig
๐ฎ๐ฉ lezat
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะบะพะฒะธัะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ soczysty
๐ฏ๐ต ๅค่ๆค็ฉ
๐ซ๐ท succulent
๐ช๐ธ suculento
๐น๐ท sulu
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ค์ก์๋ฌผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุตูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ ลกลฅavnatรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกลฅavnatรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๅคๆฑ็
๐ธ๐ฎ soฤen
๐ฎ๐ธ safarรญkur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััััะฝะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แฌแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ลirษli
๐ฒ๐ฝ suculento
Etymology
The word 'succulent' comes from the Latin word 'succulentus', meaning full of juice. The term has been used to describe plants with water-storing abilities since the 17th century. Succulents have become popular for their unique appearance and ability to thrive in dry conditions.
See also: succulence.