Jan 13, 2026
Deciduous
(adj.)
de-cid-u-ous
dih-sij-oo-uhs
Definition:
As of certain trees and shrubs, shedding leaves annually.
Example:
The deciduous forest was flowering beautifully.
Gradient
(n.)
gra-di-ent
\ˈgrā-dē-ənt\
Definition:
Degree of incline; the rate of regular ascent or descent.
Example:
The steep gradient of the levee caused him to flip his bike.
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