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leafless


Meanings
  • adjective

    Devoid of leaves, especially in relation to trees or shrubs.


Variants
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leaf , leafless , leaflike , leafs , leaves
Etymology
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From the Old English word 'leafless', meaning 'without leaves'.


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  1. The term 'leafless' is often used to describe the condition of trees during winter months in temperate regions.

  2. Some plants, such as evergreens, remain 'leafless' throughout the year.

  3. In botany, the term 'leafless' is also used to describe certain types of algae and fungi that do not have true leaves.


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  1. bare: Synonym of 'leafless' that refers to being devoid of something, not only leaves.

  2. nude: Related term, but it generally refers to the absence of clothing, while 'leafless' refers to the absence of leaves.


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In literature, the term 'leafless' is often used metaphorically to describe a sense of desolation or emptiness. For instance, in Emily Bronte's 'Wuthering Heights', the character Heathcliff is described as being 'leafless' after losing his loved ones.

How to Memorize "leafless"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a tree or a shrub without any leaves. Visualize the barren branches and the stark appearance of the plant.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'leafless' with the image of autumn trees or winter landscapes.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lost Leaves' to remember the meaning of 'leafless': 'L' stands for 'Leafless', 'O' for 'without', 'S' for 'shrubs or trees', and 'T' for 'trunks'.


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