conifer
UK/'kɒnifә/US
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Definitions
n.
A tree that bears cones and usually needle-like leaves, such as pine or fir.
针叶树；松柏类植物
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedconi- (from L. conus, cone) + fer (bear) = «cone-bearing.» Cone-bearing trees are conifers.
Root fer still carries 93 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.conifer forest针叶林
- 2.conifer tree针叶树
Example Sentences
- 1.
Pines, firs, and spruces are conifers.