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nepenthes

 

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Noun nepenthes has 1 sense
  1. Nepenthes, genus Nepenthes - pitcher plants
    --1 is a kind of dicot genus, magnoliopsid genus
    --1 is a member of Nepenthaceae, family Nepenthaceae
    --1 has members: tropical pitcher plant

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Nepenthes

Definition:

Nepenthes, commonly known as tropical pitcher plants, are a genus of carnivorous plants. They typically possess distinctive pitcher-shaped leaves that attract, capture, and digest insects.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A genus of carnivorous pitcher plants native to tropical regions.

Example sentence: The Nepenthes plants in the conservatory are thriving due to the warm and humid conditions.

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Adjective:

1. Referring to or characteristic of the Nepenthes genus or its plants.

Example sentence: The display showcased an array of exotic Nepenthes species, each with their unique pitcher shapes and colors.

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Adverb:

1. In a manner related to or resembling the behavior of Nepenthes plants.

Example sentence: The insect was cleverly lured into the Nepenthes pitcher adroitly, completely unaware of its imminent demise.

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Verb:

1. To captivate or entice someone or something as if in the manner of a Nepenthes plant.

Example sentence: The enchanting melody of her voice nepenthesed the entire audience, leaving them mesmerized.

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