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Acrostichum

Noun

Sense 1:

Acrostichum is a genus of tropical ferns in the family Pteridaceae, commonly known as leather ferns. These ferns are characterized by their large, leathery fronds and are found in wetland habitats worldwide.

Example sentence: The acrostichum ferns thrive in the marshy areas of the rainforest.

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Sense 2:

In the context of typography, acrostichum refers to a design element where the first letter of each line, when read vertically, forms a word or phrase.

Example sentence: The poem had an acrostichum at the beginning, spelling out the author's name.

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Adjective

Sense 1:

When used as an adjective, acrostichum refers to something that pertains to or resembles the genus of tropical ferns, Acrostichum.

Example sentence: Her garden was filled with acrostichum plants, giving it a lush, tropical feel.

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