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Definition of juniper
juniper
/ˈdʒuːnɪpər/
ju · ni · per
Plural:junipers
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CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
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1
An evergreen coniferous shrub or small tree of the cypress family (genus Juniperus), widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere, known for its scalelike or needlelike leaves and aromatic wood.
Example
"The rocky hillside was sparsely covered with hardy junipers and wild sage."
2
The small, dark, fleshy cone of the juniper tree, resembling a berry and used as a flavoring agent in gin and various culinary dishes.
Example
"The chef added crushed juniper to the marinade to impart a distinct, piney flavor to the roasted venison."
Word Origin & Etymology
From Latin 'juniperus' (the juniper tree), which passed into Middle English via the Old French 'genevre'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Juniper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/juniper