Coniferous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəˈnɪfəɹəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Coniferous is an adjective meaning Bearing cones, as the pine and cypress.
Meaning
Bearing cones, as the pine and cypress.
More Meanings
- Of, or pertaining to, a conifer.
Example Sentences
During the first part of the oligocratic stage, leaching of brown soils produces acid podzols that favour coniferous woodlands and heaths.
Synonyms for coniferous
Depending on context, synonyms include evergreen.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include evergreen, hardwood, softwood, resin, forest, deciduous.
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