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burnet

/ˈbɜːrnɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does burnet mean?

noun

A type of wild flower, Sanguisorba officinalis, with red or pink flowers. A type of salad leaf, also known as salad burnet.

Example

"The meadow was filled with burnet flowers, their bright red color standing out against the green grass."

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