lichen
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
The same research group previously identified what may be the oldest known lichen fossil, also discovered in Mato Grosso do Sul and younger than the bacteria and algae described in the current study.
From Science Daily ● May 12, 2026
He pointed out warblers, lace lichen and tree limbs coated in an orange algae called trentepohlia.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 28, 2024
The orange powder was removed from the stones using blown air, which has helped preserve the rare lichen on the surface of the stones, Mr Merriman confirmed.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2024
The plot of land where it sits originally held a logging shack; the ramshackle original structure still sits on the property, festooned by the passage of time by moss and lichen.
From Seattle Times ● May 6, 2024
Evergreen trees grew along the sides of the surrounding mountains, but the forest of the valley below appeared no larger than bits of lichen and twigs.
From "The Ugly One" by Leanne Statland Ellis
Early signs such as mosses, lichens and ferns growing on existing trees was a "really good indicator" of suitability, he added.
From BBC ● May 20, 2026
“If I were to make a prediction, I would envisage a growing fraction of the Peninsula’s landscape becoming dominated by a mosaic ecosystem of mosses, lichens, liverworts and fungi,” Roland said.
From Salon ● Oct. 19, 2024
The stones are covered in more than fifty different lichens, some of them rare.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2024
Algae, pollen and lichens do accumulate in shady areas.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 30, 2024
“More lichens grow on one side of the frost heaves than on the other.”
From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George
Vocabulary lists containing lichen
The Girl Who Drank the Moon
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Beowulf: A New Telling
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Ecology - Middle School
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
