orchid

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Definitions

n.

A plant of the family Orchidaceae, known for its unusually shaped and often beautiful flowers; a light purple colour

兰花;淡紫色

adj.

Having a light purple or violet colour

淡紫色的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
orchiroot
+
dpast tense / completed
=orchid

Common Collocations

  • 1.rare orchid稀有兰花
  • 2.exotic orchid奇异兰花
  • 3.orchid flower兰花

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The rare orchid blooms only once every seven years in the tropical forest.

  • 2.

    Orchids are prized by gardeners for their exotic beauty and fragrance.

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