Creosote Bush (Noun)
Meaning
Desert shrub of southwestern United States and New Mexico having persistent resinous aromatic foliage and small yellow flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The large creosote bush that dominated the desert landscape was used by travelers as a landmark for decades.
- Hikers traversing the desert terrain marveled at the resilient creosote bush that thrived under harsh conditions with minimal water.
- In the arid desert of New Mexico, the creosote bush grew rampantly, releasing a distinct fragrance into the air.
- Scientists studied the remarkable longevity of the creosote bush, a desert plant known to live hundreds of years.
- The small yellow flowers of the creosote bush were nearly overshadowed by its enduring, pungent foliage that filled the desert air.