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cacti

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkæktaɪ// UK //kˈæktaɪ// cac·ti

n. the plural form of cactus. These are desert plants with thick stems and sharp spines instead of leaves.

n. the Latinate plural of 'cactus'. Refers to succulent plants of the family Cactaceae, typically characterized by fleshy stems and protective spines.


SIMPLE

The desert is full of tall cacti.

CONTEXTUAL

She decided to fill her sunny windowsill with various small cacti because they require very little water.

COMPLEX

While many gardeners prefer the standard plural 'cactuses', the term 'cacti' remains the preferred choice in botanical literature and formal horticultural contexts.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'cactus'; takes a plural verb.

Pitfall

a cactia cactusCacti is the plural form; use 'cactus' when referring to a single plant.

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