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Meaning of lily
The primary meaning of the word "lily" is a type of flowering plant.
Etymology of lily
The word "lily" originates from the Old English word "lilie", which is derived from the Latin word "lilium", referring to the lily plant.
The Latin word is thought to be derived from the Greek word "leirion", which is also the source of the word for lily in other languages.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A plant with showy, cup-shaped flowers, typically white, yellow, or purple, and often fragrant, belonging to the genus Lilium.
- * A symbol of purity, innocence, or refined beauty.
Usage Examples
- The garden was filled with beautiful lilies of various colors.
- * The lily symbolizes purity and innocence in many cultures.
- * The painter used lilies as a motif in her still-life artwork.