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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

althea

/ælθiə/ noun · British & US
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What does althea mean?

noun

A type of flowering shrub or small tree, or a given name. In Greek mythology, Althea was a figure associated with healing.

Example

"The garden was filled with beautiful althea flowers, their pink petals swaying gently in the breeze."

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