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cactus Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A succulent plant of the family Cactaceae, native primarily to the arid regions of the Americas, characterized by a thick, fleshy stem that stores water and typically bears spines or bristles instead of true leaves.
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"The towering saguaro succulent is an iconic symbol of the Sonoran Desert, capable of surviving long droughts by utilizing the water stored in its massive trunk."
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