deciduous

[dɪˈsɪdʒuəs]

deciduous Definition

(of a tree or shrub) shedding its leaves annually.

Using deciduous: Examples

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

  • Example

    The deciduous trees in our backyard look beautiful in the fall.

  • Example

    The deciduous forest is home to many animals.

  • Example

    The deciduous teeth of children are replaced by permanent teeth.

  • Example

    The deciduous antlers of deer fall off every year.

deciduous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deciduous

Antonyms for deciduous

Phrases with deciduous

  • fruit that grows on trees or bushes that shed their leaves annually

    Example

    Apples and pears are examples of deciduous fruit.

  • a forest consisting mainly of deciduous trees

    Example

    The deciduous forest is home to many species of birds.

  • the first set of teeth in humans and many other mammals, which are shed and replaced by permanent teeth

    Example

    Children usually start losing their deciduous teeth around the age of six.

Origins of deciduous

from Latin 'deciduus', meaning 'falling off'

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Summary: deciduous in Brief

The term 'deciduous' [dɪˈsɪdʒuəs] describes trees or shrubs that shed their leaves annually. It is often used to describe forests, fruit, and teeth, as in 'The deciduous forest is home to many animals.' 'Deciduous' has synonyms like 'non-evergreen' and 'caducous,' and antonyms like 'evergreen' and 'persistent.'