Abies
- noun
- /ˈeɪbiːs/
- Specialized
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Abies
- The forest contained several majestic Abies species, contributing to the rich diversity of evergreens.
Examples
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Many Christmas trees are cultivated from Abies, particularly the noble and balsam firs.
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Many species of Abies thrive in mountainous regions.
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Researchers studied the growth patterns of Abies in different climate zones.
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The Abies tree is known for its distinctive shape.
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Many Christmas trees are cultivated from Abies, particularly the noble and balsam firs.
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Researchers studied the growth patterns of Abies in different climate zones.
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The forest contained several majestic Abies species, contributing to the rich diversity of evergreens.
Synonyms
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A tall evergreen tree with needle leaves and upright cones often used as a Christmas tree
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A tall evergreen tree with soft needles often used for holiday decoration
A tall evergreen tree with needle leaves and upright cones often used as a Christmas tree
A group of evergreen trees like firs that grow in cool northern regions
Compounds
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A medium-sized fir tree from northeastern North America with fragrant needles often used as a Christmas tree
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A tall evergreen fir tree from central and southern Europe often used for wood
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A medium to tall fir tree from western North America with leaves that smell like an orange when crushed
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A tall fir tree from the Pacific Northwest with long curved branches and deep green leaves
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A medium to tall evergreen tree that grows high in the Rocky Mountains
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A cone-shaped fir tree from southwestern California with sharp leaves and spiny cones
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A tall evergreen tree with a pyramid shape, dark green needles and long hanging cones
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Abies comes from the Latin word abies, which meant 'fir', the tree often used as a 'Christmas tree'. That's why Abies is the scientific name for the true fir trees with needle-like leaves and upright cones.