cactus
What is another word for cactus? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A spiny, fleshy-stemmed plant, usually leafless, adapted to hot, dry desert climates.
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How to use cactus
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
prickly cactus
cactus garden
Etymology
From the taxonomic genus name Cactus, coined by Linnaeus in 1752, from Ancient Greek kaktos, originally the name for a spiny thistle-like plant.
Full origin of cactus →Frequently asked questions
What does “cactus” mean?
The word “cactus” means a spiny, fleshy-stemmed plant, usually leafless, adapted to hot, dry desert climates. In plain terms, a spiky desert plant; in Australian slang, "done for" or broken.
How do you pronounce “cactus”?
“Cactus” is pronounced KAK-tuhs (/ˈkæktəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “cactus” in a sentence?
Here is “cactus” used in a sentence: “A single cactus sat on her windowsill, needing almost no watering.”
What part of speech is “cactus”?
Depending on how it is used, “cactus” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “cactus” come from?
The word “cactus” dates back to around 1752 and comes from Ancient Greek. From the taxonomic genus name Cactus, coined by Linnaeus in 1752, from Ancient Greek kaktos, originally the name for a spiny thistle-like plant.
Is “cactus” a common word?
“Cactus” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cactus” have?
“Cactus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a spiny, fleshy-stemmed plant, usually leafless, adapted to hot, dry desert climates.
