cactus
/ˈkæktəs/
cactus
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- 1.
A succulent plant with a thick, fleshy stem, adapted to arid conditions, often with spines instead of leaves.
"The desert is home to many types of cactus."
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Be careful not to touch the prickly cactus needles.
Be careful not to touch the prickly cactus needles.
She bought a small cactus for her sunny windowsill.
She bought a small cactus for her sunny windowsill.
The saguaro cactus is an iconic symbol of the desert.
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How do you pronounce cactus?
cactus is pronounced [/ˈkæktəs/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does cactus mean?
cactus means "cactus". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
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cactus is a Elementary-level word.
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Example: "Be careful not to touch the prickly cactus needles." — used to mean "cactus".
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