1. characterized by the shedding or falling off of parts, such as leaves, antlers, or teeth, at a particular season or stage of development
Usage: biology, botany

Examples

• Deciduate trees lose their leaves in autumn.
• The deciduate antlers of deer are shed and regrown each year.
• Many deciduate plants have adapted to seasonal climate changes.
• The deciduate nature of baby teeth makes room for permanent ones.
• Deciduate forests display dramatic color changes before winter.