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acanth

n.
C2 Proficiency acanth

n. a type of plant that grows in the desert and has a very strong smell. It is also the name of a plant that looks like a cactus but has different leaves.

n. a genus of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and subtropical regions. Often used to refer to the common name of plants with spiny or prickly features.


SIMPLE

The acanth plant grows well in dry, sandy soil.

CONTEXTUAL

Gardeners often choose the acanth for its vibrant purple flowers and ability to thrive in poor soil conditions.

COMPLEX

The acanth is a resilient species that has been cultivated for centuries in arid climates, valued for both its ornamental beauty and its medicinal properties.

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