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Lichen Definition & Meaning

lichen
noun
  1. any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks
  2. any thallophytic plant of the division Lichenes; occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree trunks or rocks or bare ground etc.

"Lichen" in song lyrics

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  • "Tag with ammunition on my padre your missin' sister lichen"
    Mr. Shadow — My Strategy
  • "black lichen"
    AOL — AOL
  • "laura lichen"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does lichen mean?
any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks any thallophytic plant of the division Lichenes; occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree trunks or rocks or bare ground etc.
What part of speech is lichen?
Lichen is a noun.
How many definitions does lichen have?
Lichen has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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