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cypress family

/ˈsaɪprəs ˈfæməli/

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/ˈsaɪprəs ˈfæməli/C1formalscientific
  • ruБотанический термин, обозначающий семейство Cupressaceae хвойных деревьев и кустарников, которое включает кипарисы, можжевельники, секвойи и секвойядендроны, обычно характеризующихся чешуевидными листьями и деревянистыми шишками.

A botanical term referring to the Cupressaceae family of coniferous trees and shrubs, which includes cypresses, junipers, redwoods, and sequoias, typically characterized by scale-like leaves and woody cones.

  1. Botanical familyC1formal

    A family of coniferous trees and shrubs, Cupressaceae, which includes cypresses, junipers, redwoods, and sequoias.

    ruСемейство кипарисовых

    • The cypress family includes some of the tallest trees on Earth.
    • Juniper berries, from the cypress family, are used to flavor gin.
    • Many trees in the cypress family are highly resistant to decay.