pleroma
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A South American plant with bright flowers often grown in gardens
- noun
- /pləˈroʊmə/
- Specialized
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pleroma
- The botanist cataloged several plants from the pleroma genus during her expedition to South America.
Examples
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In the tropical rainforest, we discovered a new species of pleroma with stunning purple flowers.
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The garden was filled with the vibrant blooms of pleroma, showcasing a variety of colors that attracted many visitors.
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Pondering over a word like praxis, for example, or pleroma, my mind would wander like a drunken wasp.
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Etymology
Pleroma comes from the Greek plērōma, which means 'fullness' or being 'full', like the English sense of 'plenty'. It was used for this group of plants because their flowers look rich and full, so the name helps you remember their bright, full blooms.
