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big sagebrush

 

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Noun big sagebrush has 1 sense
  1. big sagebrush, blue sage, Seriphidium tridentatum, Artemisia tridentata - aromatic shrub of arid regions of western North America having hoary leaves
    --1 is a kind of sagebrush, sage brush
    --1 is a member of Seriphidium, genus Seriphidium

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Term: Big Sagebrush

Description:

Big Sagebrush refers to a type of shrub that belongs to the Artemisia genus and is native to arid regions of North America. It is characterized by its woody stems, gray-green leaves, and bundle of distinct, silvery-green needles.

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Botany:

1. A common name for the Artemisia tridentata shrub that is prevalent in the western United States.

Example sentence: The big sagebrush covers vast stretches of the high desert landscape.

Noun - Wildlife:

2. The sheltering plant utilized by various wildlife species as a habitat, food source, and protection from predators.

Example sentence: The cottontail rabbit nested near the big sagebrush to stay safe from predators.

Noun - Fragrance:

3. A substance extracted or derived from the leaves of the big sagebrush, often used in the production of perfumes.

Example sentence: The perfume had a unique scent of big sagebrush, evoking the fragrances of the desert.

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