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Meaning of orchid in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɔrkəd/

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  1. Noun

    orchid

    Etymology

    mid 19th century: from modern Latin Orchid(ac)eae, formed irregularly from Latin orchis (see orchis)

    Definitions

    1. any of numerous plants of the orchid family usually having flowers of unusual shapes and beautiful colors

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