conifer

/kɒnɪfər/

Definitions

1. noun

A tree or shrub that has needle-like or scale-like leaves and produces cones, typically belonging to the division Coniferae.

“The coniferous forests of the mountain range provided a habitat for various wildlife species.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of conifers.

“The coniferous trees dominated the landscape of the rural area.”

Synonyms

  • evergreen
  • needle tree

Antonyms

  • deciduous