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flora

noun

ˈflȯr-ə

Definition of flora

as in vegetation

green leaves or plants a fascination with the lush flora of the South

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Recent Examples of flora There is a lot of intelligent life working within the make-up of flora and much of it occurs in their roots. — Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026 Meandering paths bring visitors through separate gardens planted with Hill Country and West Texas flora. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026 Paintings passed down vital wisdom about flora and fauna while candidly documenting the full spectrum of human life—from group dances and hunts to intimacy, reproductive cycles, and rituals. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Aug. 2026 Following a recent upgrade, the area by the parking lot now has photographs and descriptions of local flora and fauna. — Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flora

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And the Hawk fire is the latest example of the growing threat of destructive urban conflagrations in these zones as the planet warms, vegetation dries out and wildfires become more destructive.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Planes are dropping retardant lines and bulldozers are pushing vegetation aside so the fire won’t have anything to consume.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of vegetation

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Cold nights can stress roots and foliage, even when daytime temperatures remain pleasant.

— Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026
Set the scene Cloaked in dense foliage at the edge of Old Town Key West, the Island House is a haven for gay men looking for comraderie (and more) as part of a tropical vacation.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

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