Cliff-brake (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several small lithophytic ferns of tropical and warm temperate regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cliff-brake ferns grew in dense clusters on the rocky outcroppings near the waterfall.
- Cliff-brake was a common sight in the tropical regions of the island, often found growing on boulders and rocky cliffs.
- The botanist spent hours studying the unique characteristics of the cliff-brake species that were native to the area.
- As she hiked through the forest, she noticed the delicate fronds of the cliff-brake ferns peeking out from beneath the rocks.
- The park ranger pointed out the cliff-brake growing on the side of the mountain, explaining its unique adaptations to the group of hikers.