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smilax

smilax

1 9.9
A climbing plant with shiny green leaves often used in flower decorations
  • noun
  • /ˈsmaɪlæks/
  • Specialized
: smilax
  • The smilax adds a vibrant touch to the bouquet.

Examples

  • The florist added smilax to the bouquet for a touch of elegance.

  • I love the glossy leaves of smilax plants.

  • Smilax vines were draped across the table for a natural, festive look.

  • We decorated the banquet hall with garlands of smilax and fresh flowers.

  • The florist decorated the event with elegant arrangements of smilax and vibrant flowers.

  • The wedding arch was adorned with beautiful smilax, adding a touch of greenery to the celebration.

  • During the summer, smilax vines can be seen climbing along fences and trellises in many gardens.

Compounds

Smilax aspera
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A climbing or spreading evergreen plant with spiny stems and shiny leaves

genus Smilax
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of climbing or trailing plants like greenbriers

Smilax rotundifolia
  • Specialized
9.9

A very prickly vine with shiny round leaves and clusters of black berries you cannot eat

Surface Forms

smilax singular
smilaxes plural

Etymology

Smilax comes from an old Greek name smilax for a climbing plant, so it originally meant a twining 'vine' and that is why modern smilax is the glossy, twining plant often used in floral decoration.