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cactoid

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Cactoid (noun) means a plant belonging to a particular group within the cactus family.

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1

A plant belonging to a particular group within the cactus family.

2

In mathematics, a shape formed by joining together spheres and simple arcs, where every closed loop within it lies inside just one of the spheres.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is the meaning of cactoid?

"cactoid" (noun) means a plant belonging to a particular group within the cactus family.

What are the different meanings of cactoid?

"cactoid" has 2 main meanings: 1. A plant belonging to a particular group within the cactus family; 2. In mathematics, a shape formed by joining together spheres and simple arcs, where every closed loop within it lies inside just one of the spheres.

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