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berberis

/ˈbɜːrbərɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does berberis mean?

noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Berberidaceae, often with thorny stems and yellow flowers. The name is derived from the Arabic word 'barbaris', referring to the plant's bitter taste.

Example

"The garden featured a beautiful berberis bush with vibrant yellow flowers and thorny stems."

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