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orchid

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɔɾˈkidjɐ/or·qui·de·a

Definition

1

A plant of the orchid family, typically having showy, brightly coloured, and sometimes fragrant flowers.

Usage examples

The orchid on the windowsill is blooming beautifully.
She received a pot of purple orchids as a gift.

Common combinations

orchid plantorchid flowerwild orchidorchid cultivation