opuntioid

/ɒpjʌnˈtaɪ.ɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling the prickly pear cactus (Opuntia).

“The opuntioid plants in the desert were quite resilient.”

2. noun

A plant that resembles the prickly pear cactus.

“Some species of the opuntioid family can grow up to 10 feet tall.”

Synonyms

  • cactus-like
  • prickly pear-like

Antonyms

  • non-cactus
  • smooth-stemmed