ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Orchid

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈɔː.kɪd/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Orchid is a noun meaning A plant of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), bearing unusually-shaped flowers of beautiful colours.

Meaning

A plant of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), bearing unusually-shaped flowers of beautiful colours.

More Meanings

  1. A light bluish-red, violet-red or purple colour.
  2. Having a light purple colour.

Word Forms

Synonyms for orchid

Depending on context, synonyms include orchidea.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mycorrhiza, species, corsage, fringe, slipper, evaluation.

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