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waterlily

/ˈwɔːtəlaɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does waterlily mean?

noun

A type of aquatic plant with large, flat leaves and showy flowers, often found in ponds and lakes. It is also known as a water lotus or sacred lotus.

Example

"The waterlily floated serenely on the surface of the pond, its delicate white flowers swaying gently in the breeze."

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