deciduous: Meaning and Definition of
de•cid•u•ous
Pronunciation: (di-sij'-us), [key]
— adj.
- shedding the leaves annually, as certain trees and shrubs.
- falling off or shed at a particular season, stage of growth, etc., as leaves, horns, or teeth.
- not permanent; transitory.
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