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lily Definition and Meaning in English (lily definition)

noun
Synonyms:flowerblossom
Quick Answer • Definition

Lily definition: A beautiful flowering plant of the genus Lilium, typically with large, showy, often trumpet-shaped flowers.

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Definitions of Lily

  1. 1noun

    A beautiful flowering plant of the genus Lilium, typically with large, showy, often trumpet-shaped flowers.

Example Sentences

“The white lily symbolizes purity and innocence.”

“She planted several varieties of lily in her garden.”

Synonyms

Inflected Word Forms

plurallilies
adjectivelily-white

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

gild the lilyidiom

To add unnecessary ornamentation to something that is already beautiful or perfect.

lily-liveredexpression

Cowardly or timid.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lily in English

What is the meaning of Lily in English?▼
Lily definition: A beautiful flowering plant of the genus Lilium, typically with large, showy, often trumpet-shaped flowers.
How do you translate 'Lily' to English?▼
'Lily' translates to 'lily' in English. Lily definition: A beautiful flowering plant of the genus Lilium, typically with large, showy, often trumpet-shaped flowers.
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