Meaning of the word annual in English
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annual
US /ˈæn.ju.əl/
UK /ˈæn.ju.əl/
Adjective
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(of a plant) completing its life cycle, from seed to flowering to seed, within a single growing season
Example:
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Marigolds are popular annual flowers for gardens.
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Many vegetables, like tomatoes and beans, are annuals.
Noun
1.
an annual plant
Example:
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She planted a bed of colorful annuals in her garden.
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For continuous bloom, you can mix annuals with perennials.
2.
a book or magazine published once a year
Example:
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The comic book series releases an annual edition every summer.
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The school publishes an annual with photos of all the students.
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