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Definition fynbos in British English

fynbos noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈfeɪnbɒs/
1

the vegetation that is typical of the Cape area of South Africa. It includes a wide range of plant species, especially small trees and shrubs.

Example

Kogelberg Nature Reserve is often considered the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, because of the exceptional quality of its fynbos.

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Definition fynbos in British English