Houseplant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhaʊsˌplænt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Houseplant is a noun meaning A plant that is grown indoors in places such as a house or office for decorative purposes.
Meaning
A plant that is grown indoors in places such as a house or office for decorative purposes.
More Meanings
- A variety of plant that is especially suited to such cultivation, or that is frequently grown in such settings.
Example Sentences
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.
Word Forms
- houseplants
- house plant
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include aloe, ornamental, potplant, decorative, dieffenbachia, basketplant.
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