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amaryllis

/ˌæməˈrɪlɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does amaryllis mean?

noun

A large, showy bulbous perennial with funnel-shaped flowers, native to South Africa. Amaryllis is often grown for its large, trumpet-shaped flowers, which are typically red, pink, or white.

Example

"The amaryllis in the garden was a stunning sight, its large red flowers towering above the other plants."

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