1. plural of mistletoe; parasitic evergreen plants that grow on trees and have white berries, traditionally hung as Christmas decorations

Examples

• The florist sold several different types of mistletoes for holiday decorating.
• Various mistletoes can be found growing on oak and apple trees.
• The botanist studied how mistletoes attach to their host trees.
• Different species of mistletoes grow in various climates around the world.
• The garden center displayed fresh mistletoes alongside other Christmas greenery.
• Birds help spread mistletoes by eating their berries and depositing seeds on branches.