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First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined above
See Words from the same year: a type of plant that has large, delicate leaves and no flowers
Spanish Central: Translation of fern Nglish: Translation of fern for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about fern
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