: any of a division (Polypodiophyta) or class (Polypodiopsida) of flowerless spore-producing vascular plants having alternating sporophyte and gametophyte generations
especially
: any of an order (Polypodiales) of homosporous plants possessing roots, stems, and leaflike fronds compare seed fern
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Some really easy to grow evergreen ferns are Autumn Fern and Holly Fern.
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
One is an alcohol-free citrus floral scent; another features notes of ferns and geraniums.
—James Barron, New York Times, 1 May 2025
The exterior carries a breezy, coastal joint feel, with large ferns swaying from the patio ceiling and wicker chairs.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025
Trees, ferns, and moss grew so thick that in many places the sun rarely touched the ground.
—Ben East, Outdoor Life, 14 Mar. 2025
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
One is an alcohol-free citrus floral scent; another features notes of ferns and geraniums.
—James Barron, New York Times, 1 May 2025
The exterior carries a breezy, coastal joint feel, with large ferns swaying from the patio ceiling and wicker chairs.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025
Trees, ferns, and moss grew so thick that in many places the sun rarely touched the ground.
—Ben East, Outdoor Life, 14 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fern
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“Fern.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fern. Accessed 12 May. 2025.
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