resiniferous

[ rez-uh-nif-er-uhs ]

adjective

1. yielding resin.

resiniferous

/ ˌrɛzɪˈnɪfərəs /

adjective

1. yielding or producing resin

Word History and Origins

Origin of resiniferous¹

First recorded in 1665–75; resin + -i- + -ferous

Example Sentences

Resiniferous trees or shrubs, with mostly awl-shaped or needle-shaped and evergreen leaves, and moncious or dicious flowers.

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