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ferns

[fɜːnz]

ferns Definition

  • 1a flowerless plant that has feathery or leafy fronds and reproduces by spores released from the undersides of the fronds
  • 2a plant of a group that includes the ferns, horsetails, and club mosses

Using ferns: Examples

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

  • Example

    The forest floor was covered in ferns.

  • Example

    Ferns are often used as decorative plants in homes and gardens.

  • Example

    The park is home to a variety of ferns and other plants.

ferns Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ferns

Phrases with ferns

  • very clear and obvious

    Example

    It's as plain as a pikestaff that she doesn't like him.

  • to be up to one's ears in something

    to be very busy with something

    Example

    I can't go out tonight, I'm up to my ears in work.

  • to misunderstand or misinterpret something

    Example

    I think we got our wires crossed - I meant next week, not this week.

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Summary: ferns in Brief

Ferns [fɜːnz] are flowerless plants with feathery or leafy fronds that reproduce by spores. They are often used as decorative plants and are found in forests, parks, and gardens. 'Ferns' is a noun that refers to a group of plants that includes ferns, horsetails, and club mosses.