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deciduous
1. Botany (of trees and shrubs) shedding all leaves annually at the end of the growing season and then having a dormant period without leaves 2. Zoology (of antlers, wings, teeth, etc.) being shed at the end of a period of growth deciduous [di′sij·ə·wəs] (biology) Falling off or being shed at the end of the growing period or season. deciduous Descriptive of trees or shrubs, usually of temperate climates, that shed their leaves annually; characteristic of most hardwoods and a few softwoods. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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