[ev.er.green] n (1644) 1: an evergreen plant; also: conifer
2. pl: twigs and branches of evergreen plants used for decoration
3: something that retains its freshness, interest, or popularity
[2]evergreen adj (1671) 1: having foliage that remains green and functional through more than one growing season--compare deciduous 1
2: retaining freshness or interest: perennial