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polyanthus

Pronunciation: /ˌpɒlɪˈanθəs/
Definition of polyanthus

noun (plural same)

  • a herbaceous flowering plant which is a complex hybrid between the wild primrose and primulas, cultivated in Europe since the 17th century.
    • Primula × polyantha, family Primulaceae

Origin:

early 18th century: modern Latin, from poly- 'many' + Greek anthos 'flower'

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