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phyllitis

 

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Noun phyllitis has 1 sense
  1. Phyllitis, genus Phyllitis, genus Scolopendrium - a genus of ferns belonging to the family Polypodiaceae (in some classification systems included in genus Asplenium)
    --1 is a kind of fern genus
    --1 is a member of Polypodiaceae, family Polypodiaceae

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Phyllitis

Definition:

Phyllitis refers to a genus of ferns, also known as the scaly ferns.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun - Botany: A type of fern belonging to the genus Phyllitis. These ferns typically have unique scaly leaves.

Example Sentence:

The phyllitis ferns found in that region are known for their intricate leaf patterns.

Sense 2:

Noun - Geography: Phyllitis can also refer to a location or area with an abundance of phyllite, a type of metamorphic rock.

Example Sentence:

The hiking trail passes through the phyllitis, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

Sense 3:

Adjective - Local: In a local context, phyllitis can describe something or someone that is well-known or popular within a particular community or region.

Example Sentence:

The local singer is a phyllitis artist, loved by everyone in the town.

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