evergreen
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describing a plant or tree that keeps its green leaves all year round, even in winter.
adj.pertaining to plants, especially trees, that retain their foliage throughout the year rather than shedding it seasonally.
Simple“Pine trees are evergreen, so they look the same in summer and winter.”
In context“The garden was designed with several evergreen shrubs to ensure the landscape remained vibrant even during the bleakest winter months.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
adj.describing software or a web browser that updates itself automatically so you always have the newest version.
adj.referring to software, particularly web browsers, that follows a continuous release cycle and updates automatically without user intervention.
Simple“Most modern browsers are evergreen, meaning they stay secure without you doing anything.”
In context“The transition to an evergreen browser model has significantly reduced the security risks associated with outdated web standards.”
Synonymsauto updatingAntonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a tree or bush that stays green all year.
n.a botanical specimen, typically a conifer, that retains its leaves or needles throughout all seasons.
Simple“We planted a row of evergreens along the fence to create a private screen.”
In context“The hillside was covered in a dense forest of evergreens, providing a sharp contrast to the bare oaks in the valley below.”
Synonymsconiferpine - 04 C2 Proficiency
v.to keep a patent or legal right active for longer by making small changes to it.
v.to extend the term of a patent or legal protection beyond its standard limit, often through minor modifications or strategic legal filings.
Simple“The company tried to evergreen its drug patent by changing the pill's coating.”
In context“Critics argue that the practice of evergreening pharmaceutical patents prevents cheaper generic versions of life-saving drugs from entering the market.”