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waratah

waratah

1 9.9
A shrub or small tree from Australia with bright red flowers in dense groups
  • noun
  • Australian
: waratah
  • The waratah is a stunning flower native to Australia.

Examples

  • The waratah is the floral emblem of New South Wales.

  • Many gardeners love to plant waratahs in their yards.

  • A single waratah stood out among the forest greenery with its vivid red flowers.

  • During our hike, we spotted several waratahs blooming along the trail.

  • In spring, the waratah blooms with vibrant red flowers that attract many bees.

  • The waratah is known for its stunning flowers, making it a popular choice in Australian gardens.

  • During our hike, we spotted a beautiful waratah growing amidst the lush greenery.

Synonyms

Telopea
vswaratah
  • Australian
1 9.9

A group of large Australian shrubs with bright, showy, often red flowers

is the common everyday name used for members of that genus
Telopea speciosissima
vswaratah
  • Australian
9.9

A shrub from southeast Australia with bright red flower clusters called the New South Wales waratah

is the common name for such shrubs rather than one specific species
Telopea oreades
vswaratah
  • Australian
9.9

A tall Australian shrub with bright red flower clusters

is the general term for such plants without naming the exact species

Surface Forms

waratah singular
waratahs plural

Etymology

The word waratah comes from an Aboriginal Australian word that early settlers learned for the 'plant'. It names a striking shrub with bright red flowers, so waratah today means that famous red-flowering shrub and its flowers.