What does saxifrage mean?
A plant of the genus Saxifraga, having five-petaled flowers and often growing in rocky places. The name is derived from the Latin words 'saxum' (rock) and 'frangere' (to break).
Example
"The botanist carefully examined the saxifrage growing in the rocky crevice."
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