Deciduous (adjective)

1. Used to describe trees or shrubs that shed their leaves seasonally.
2. Used to describe something that is shed or lost regularly.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word 'decidere' meaning 'to fall off' or 'to make a decision.

Examples:

1. The deciduous trees in the forest shed their leaves in the fall.
2. The deciduous teeth of young children are replaced by permanent teeth.
3. The deciduous plants in the garden need to be protected from frost.
4. The deciduous habitat provides seasonal variation for the wildlife.
5. The deciduous market trends show a clear pattern of growth and decline.