Abies
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- noun
- /ˈeɪbiːs/
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- 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
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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 to tall evergreen tree that grows high in the Rocky Mountains
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A tall evergreen tree with a pyramid shape, dark green needles and long hanging cones
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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 medium to tall fir tree from western North America with leaves that smell like an orange when crushed
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A tall evergreen fir tree from central and southern Europe often used for wood
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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 cone-shaped fir tree from southwestern California with sharp leaves and spiny 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.