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autumn crocus

Syllabification: (au·tumn cro·cus)
Definition of autumn crocus

noun

  • a crocuslike Eurasian plant of the lily family, cultivated for its autumn-blooming flowers.
    • Genus Colchicum, family Liliaceae: several species, in particular meadow saffron

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