Saguaro (Noun)
Meaning
Extremely large treelike cactus of desert regions of southwestern United States having a thick columnar sparsely branched trunk bearing white flowers and edible red pulpy fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The iconic saguaro stood towering in the Arizona desert, its massive trunk reaching high into the sky.
- Many animals rely on the saguaro for food and shelter, particularly its juicy red fruit and protected cavities.
- As the sun set over the Sonoran Desert, the silhouette of the giant saguaro became a striking outline against the vibrant colors of the sky.
- While exploring the desert trails, hikers marveled at the enormous saguaro plants, their trunks covered with vibrant spring flowers.
- The majestic saguaro served as a defining landmark, guiding travelers as they traversed the vast expanse of the southwestern United States.