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geranium

/ˈdʒɛroʊniəm/ noun · British & US
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What does geranium mean?

noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Geraniaceae, often grown for their brightly coloured flowers. The name is derived from the Greek word 'geranos', meaning crane, due to the shape of the fruit.

Example

"The garden was filled with a variety of geraniums, their vibrant colours adding a pop of colour to the otherwise dull landscape."

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