flora
1 Americannoun
plural
floras, florae-
the plants of a particular region or period, listed by species and considered as a whole.
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a work systematically describing such plants.
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plants, as distinguished from fauna.
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the aggregate of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms normally occurring on or in the bodies of humans and other animals.
intestinal flora.
noun
noun
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all the plant life of a given place or time
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a descriptive list of such plants, often including a key for identification
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short for intestinal flora
noun
plural
floras-
The plants of a particular region or time period.
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The bacteria and other microorganisms that normally inhabit a bodily organ or part, such as the intestine.
Other Word Forms
- subflora noun
Etymology
Origin of flora
First recorded in 1655–65; from New Latin, Latin Flōra the Roman goddess of flowers (used from the 17th century in the titles of botanical works), derivative of Latin flōr- (stem of flōs ) “flower”
Example Sentences
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They are famous for their unique flora and fauna and are where British scientist Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution.
From Barron's
It takes in the affluent enclaves of Scottsdale and Paradise Valley and — where the urban sprawl finally yields to cactus, palo verde and other flora — Carefree and the Old West-themed Cave Creek.
From Los Angeles Times
She also wrote about people saving native flora and fauna, from mountain lions in need of a freeway crossing to endangered butterflies and tiny native bees.
From Los Angeles Times
The gut microbiome, also called the gut flora, plays a vital role in human health.
From Science Daily
They’ve just flown in from a trip to the time of dinosaurs, bringing back flora to add to their sustainable lifestyles.
From Los Angeles Times
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