conifer
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A tree that produces cones and usually has narrow, needle-shaped leaves that stay green all year.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Pines, firs, and spruces are all _____ common to the mountain forest."
Answer: conifer
In your own words, what does "conifer" mean?
A tree that produces cones and usually has narrow, needle-shaped leaves that stay green all year.
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