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parthenocissus

/ˌpɑːr.θə.noʊˈsɪs.əs/

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noun

/ˌpɑːr.θə.noʊˈsɪs.əs/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод древесных вьющихся лиан, характеризующийся усиками с клейкими дискообразными кончиками, позволяющими им прикрепляться к поверхностям.

A genus of woody climbing vines, characterized by tendrils with adhesive, disklike tips that allow them to attach to surfaces.

proper noun

  1. Woody climbing vineC2formalscientific

    A genus of woody vines in the grape family, characterized by tendrils with adhesive disks that allow them to climb surfaces.

    ruДревесная вьющаяся лиана

    • Parthenocissus quinquefolia, commonly known as Virginia creeper, is a popular ornamental vine.
    • The tendrils of Parthenocissus have disklike tips that cling to walls and fences.
    • Parthenocissus species are often used to cover unsightly buildings or walls.
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  • parthenocissus' possessive plural form
  • parthenocissus's possessive singular form