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Term: Chamiso

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition:

1. A shrub or small tree, typically found in the southwestern United States and Mexico, with small evergreen leaves and pink or white flowers.

2. (Local) A common name in the southwestern United States for the creosote bush (Larrea tridentata), a shrub known for its characteristic resinous odor.

Sample Sentences:

1. The chamiso, with its vibrant pink flowers, adds a pop of color to the arid desert landscape.

2. The native flora of the region includes chamiso, sagebrush, and mesquite.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

1. (Popular) Describing something that is trendy, fashionable, or currently in demand.

2. (Local) Relating to the creosote bush or its distinctive odor.

Sample Sentences:

1. She always wears the latest chamiso outfits, setting the fashion trend among her peers.

2. After a hike through the desert, they could not escape the strong chamiso scent lingering on their clothes.

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition:

1. (Local) To gather or collect creosote bush branches for traditional use in indigenous communities.

2. (Popular) To search or shop for the latest trendy products or fashion items online.

Sample Sentences:

1. It is a tradition to chamiso branches during the spring season for crafting traditional baskets.

2. She spent hours chamisoing for new clothes on the internet, adding items to her cart left and right.

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