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cycadophyte

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˌsaɪ.kæd.əˈfaɪt//

KK: /sɪˈkædəˌfaɪt/

noun
Definition

A type of plant that belongs to the division Cycadophyta, which includes mostly extinct species and is characterized by unbranched stems and large, feather-like leaves.


Example

Cycadophytes are often found in tropical regions and are known for their unique appearance.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of a cycadophyte?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What is it?
Sloth A
It's a type of plant that belongs to an ancient group called Cycadophyta.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I love learning about unique plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cycad
palm
fern
Antonyms
angiosperm
deciduous
herbaceous
Root Explanation

Cycadophyte is formed from "cycad" (from Greek "kykados", meaning a type of ancient seed plant) and "phyte" (from Greek "phyton", meaning plant). The term refers to a group of plants that includes cycads, which are characterized by their seed-producing ability and palm-like appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cycad' as an ancient type of plant and 'phyte' meaning plant — together, they remind you that a cycadophyte is a type of ancient plant.

Visually Confused Words
mycophyte
cymaphyte
cryophyte
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