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ferocactus

/ˌfɛr.əˈkæk.təs/

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noun

/ˌfɛr.əˈkæk.təs/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее род почти шаровидных кактусов, произрастающих в Мексике и на юго-западе США, широко известных как бочковидные кактусы.

A noun referring to a genus of nearly globular cacti native to Mexico and the southwestern United States, commonly known as barrel cacti.

proper noun

  1. Barrel cactus genusC1formal

    A genus of barrel-shaped cacti native to Mexico and the southwestern United States.

    ruРод бочковидных кактусов

    • The Ferocactus is known for its thick, ribbed body and sharp spines.
    • Many gardeners cultivate Ferocactus for their ornamental appearance.
    • Ferocactus species thrive in arid desert conditions.

    Synonymsbarrel cactus

Forms
  • ferocacti plural form
  • ferocactuses plural form
  • ferocacti' possessive plural form
  • ferocactuses' possessive plural form
  • ferocactus's possessive singular form