geranium
/dʤi'reinjəm/
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of flowering plant: A geranium is any of numerous plants belonging to the family Geraniaceae, characterized by their often showy, five-petaled flowers and fragrant, lobed leaves. They are commonly grown as ornamental plants in gardens and containers.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She planted red geraniums in the window boxes.
- The scent of geranium leaves is quite distinctive.
Advanced Usage
"Hardy geranium": Refers specifically to plants of the genus Geranium, also known as cranesbills, which are typically perennial and hardy in temperate climates.
- The hardy geranium provides excellent ground cover in shady spots.
"Zonal geranium": Refers to common garden plants of the genus Pelargonium, often called geraniums in gardening contexts, known for their rounded flower clusters and leaves with darker circular zones.
- Zonal geraniums are popular for summer bedding displays.
Variants and Related Words
- Pelargonium (n): The botanical genus for many plants commonly called geraniums, especially those popular as houseplants or annuals.
- The scented-leaved pelargonium is prized for its aromatic foliage.
Synonyms
- Cranesbill: A common name for plants in the true genus.
- Storksbill: A name sometimes used for related plants, particularly in the genus .
Related Phrases
- "Geranium oil": An essential oil distilled from the leaves of certain species, used in perfumery and aromatherapy.
- Geranium oil is often used for its calming properties.
Related Idioms
Noun
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any of numerous plants of the family Geraniaceae
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