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/ˈhaʊsˌplænt/ · noun
A plant that is grown indoors in places such as a house or office for decorative purposes..
Herbert thought that adding some houseplants would brighten up his desk.
"I always thought a begonia was a houseplant!" exclaimed Sue, staring at the towering tropical specimen.
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House plant means A plant that is grown indoors in places such as a house or office for decorative purposes..
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Herbert thought that adding some houseplants would brighten up his desk.
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