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deciduous

Definition

Deciduous trees are trees that lose their leaves in the fall. They grow new leaves in the spring.

How can the word be used?

The deciduous plants are a vital part of the ecosystem.

deciduous

Different forms of the word

There are only two different forms of the word "deciduous":

Adjective: deciduous.

Noun: deciduousness.

Etymology

The word "deciduous" comes from the Latin word "decidere", which means "to fall down". This is because deciduous trees shed their leaves in the fall, when the weather gets colder.

Question

What's the difference between evergreen and deciduous trees?