Definition: A narrow piece of land that connects two larger areas of land.

Example: The Panama Canal was built across the isthmus to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Definition: A strong fiber used for making ropes or baskets, which comes from certain tropical plants, especially agave.

Example: The artisan used istle to weave a beautiful basket.

Definition: Covered or overgrown with climbing plants, especially ivy.

Example: The old house was beautifully ivied, giving it a charming and mysterious look.

Definition: Describing something that is made from a hard, white material found in the tusks of elephants and other animals, or referring to a pale yellowish-white color.

Example: The artist carved a beautiful statue from ivory.

Definition: A hard, smooth material that is usually yellowish-white and comes from the tusks of elephants and some other animals.

Example: The artist carved a beautiful statue from ivory.

Definition: A type of woodpecker known for its distinctive ivory-colored bill, often associated with the species that is considered extinct or critically endangered.

Example: The ivorybill was once a common sight in the forests of the southeastern United States.

Definition: A type of climbing or trailing plant that has green leaves and often grows on walls or trees. It is known for its ability to cling to surfaces and can be found in many gardens and parks.

Example: The old house was covered in ivy, making it look like a scene from a fairy tale.

Definition: Having a quality or appearance similar to that of ivy, often referring to a lush, climbing, or green characteristic.

Example: The walls of the old house were covered in an ivylike plant that added to its charm.

Definition: Relating to a specific family of ticks that have a hard outer shell and typically feed on three hosts during their life cycle.

Example: The ixodid tick is known for its ability to transmit diseases to humans and animals.

Definition: A type of tick that belongs to the family Ixodidae, which are known for being blood-feeding parasites on animals and humans.

Example: The ixodid can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

Definition: A type of flowering plant that belongs to a specific group known for its colorful flowers and is often used in gardens and landscaping.

Example: The ixora plant blooms with bright red and orange flowers throughout the year.

Definition: A type of fiber obtained from the leaves of certain plants, used for making ropes and other products.

Example: The artisan used ixtle to create strong and durable ropes for fishing.