Peruvian lily
- noun
- /pəˈruːviən ˈlɪli/
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lirio peruano
- Florists often use the Peruvian lily in bouquets for its long-lasting blooms.
Examples
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She planted Peruvian lilies along the walkway to brighten up the entrance.
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The Peruvian lily adds a splash of vibrant color to the garden each spring.
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Look at this Peruvian lily!
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Wow, a Peruvian lily!
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Peruvian lily blooms in a variety of colors, making it a popular choice for garden enthusiasts.
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In the spring, the Peruvian lily brings stunning pinkish-purple flowers to life in the backyard.
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Gardening experts recommend the Peruvian lily for its beautiful appearance and minimal care requirements.
Synonyms
A South American plant with showy pink or purple flowers that grows in the Andes
A South American flowering plant with long, colorful blooms often used as cut flowers
How Showy
Surface Forms
Morphology
The phrase 'Peruvian lily' is a straightforward adjective + noun composition where 'Peruvian' specifies origin/association and 'lily' names the plant; a B1 learner who knows both words can infer it refers to a lily associated with Peru (or native to that region). This is a common, compositional naming pattern across languages, so the meaning is immediately derivable from the constituents.
Etymology
The name Peruvian lily comes from the plant's home in Peru and from its flowers, which look like small lilies. Because the blooms are bright and last a long time, people grow it in gardens and use it in bouquets, so the name helps you remember it means 'a showy garden flower'.