Juniper

usgb/ˈdʒuːnɪpər/
noun

A type of bush or small tree that has sharp needles and produces small berries.

He planted a young juniper in the backyard.
Visual representation of "juniper" - A type of bush or small tree that has sharp needles and produces small berries.

Often appears as...

  • juniper berries
  • juniper bush
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Natural Description

Juniper describes a plant; helpful when discussing nature or gardening.

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The garden competition has a prize for the most beautifully trimmed juniper.
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Botanical Term

Juniper is a botanical term, used in scientific and gardening contexts.

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Junipers belong to the genus Juniperus in the cypress family.
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Visual Features

Juniper plants have sharp needles instead of leaves, which are evergreen.

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The sharp needles of a juniper can be painful if you touch them barehanded.
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