sundew

[sʌnˌdjuː]

sundew Definition

a carnivorous plant with leaves that are covered in sticky hairs, which trap and digest insects.

Using sundew: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sundew" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Sundews are found in bogs and other wetlands.

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    The sundew's sticky hairs trap insects for the plant to digest.

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    Some species of sundew are endangered due to habitat loss.

Phrases with sundew

  • the family of carnivorous plants that includes sundews

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  • sundew species

    the different types of sundews that exist

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  • the type of environment where sundews grow, typically bogs and wetlands

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Summary: sundew in Brief

A 'sundew' [sʌnˌdjuː] is a carnivorous plant that traps and digests insects using its sticky hairs. It is typically found in bogs and wetlands and some species are endangered due to habitat loss.