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semi-climbing

/ˈsɛm.iˈklaɪ.mɪŋ/

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adjective

/ˈsɛm.iˈklaɪ.mɪŋ/formalscientificobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, описывающее растение, которое частично вьется или имеет склонность к лазанию, но не является полностью вьющимся по своей природе.

An obsolete adjective describing a plant that is partially climbing or has a tendency to climb but is not fully climbing in habit.

  1. Of plants that are semi-climbersC1formal

    Describing a plant that has a growth habit between a true climber and a non-climber, often requiring some support but not fully twining or attaching itself.

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    • The semi-climbing rose bush needs a trellis for support.
    • Many semi-climbing plants can be trained to grow along a fence.
    • This semi-climbing variety of ivy will spread along the ground if not given a structure.