adjective
- covered with or having lichens growing on the surface
Examples
- The lichened bark of the old oak tree had a grayish-green appearance.
- Ancient lichened stones marked the boundary of the forgotten cemetery.
- The lichened roof tiles showed the cottage’s age.
- Hikers admired the lichened rocks along the mountain trail.
- The lichened fence posts had weathered many seasons.
- Scientists studied the lichened surfaces to understand air quality.