Definition of succulent
succulently
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Examples of succulent in a Sentence
vines weighted down with plump, succulent grapes
a buffet table set with an array of succulent roasts
Origin and Etymology of succulent
Latin suculentus, from sucus juice, sap; perhaps akin to Latin sugere to suck — more at suck
First Known Use: 1601
succulent
Definition of succulent
: a succulent plant (such as a cactus or an aloe)
1825
First Known Use of succulent
1825
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SUCCULENT Defined for English Language Learners
succulent
playDefinition of succulent for English Language Learners
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: full of juice
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of plants : having thick, heavy leaves or stems that store water
succulent
Definition of succulent for English Language Learners
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: a plant that stores water in its leaves or stems : a succulent plant
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