orchid

/'ɔ:kid/

Thân thiện

A pink orchid blooms in a ceramic pot on the windowsill.

Definition

Noun: 1. A type of flowering plant: Any of a very large family (Orchidaceae) of perennial, mostly epiphytic (growing on other plants) or terrestrial plants, typically having complex, often showy flowers with three petals, one of which is usually enlarged and distinctively shaped (the labellum or lip). 2. The flower of such a plant: The bloom itself, prized for its intricate forms, vibrant colors, and frequent fragrance.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • She has a beautiful collection of tropical orchids in her greenhouse.
  • The orchid on the windowsill is finally blooming.
  • He specializes in cultivating rare orchids from Southeast Asia.
  • The corsage was made from a delicate white orchid.

Advanced Usage

• "Orchid" as a symbol: In the language of flowers (floriography), orchids often symbolize luxury, beauty, strength, and love. A specific color can convey a particular meaning (e.g., pink for grace and joy, white for reverence and innocence).
  • He sent her purple orchids, which symbolize admiration and respect.
• "Orchid" in compound adjectives: Used to describe colors reminiscent of certain orchid flowers.
  • She wore an orchid-colored dress to the party. (A light purple or mauve color.)

Variants and Related Words

• Orchidaceous (adj): Of or relating to the orchid family; resembling an orchid.
  • The flower had an orchidaceous beauty.
• Orchidist (n): A person who cultivates or is an expert on orchids.
• Orchidology (n): The branch of botany concerned with the study of orchids.

Synonyms

• Orchidaceae (n): The scientific family name for orchids.
• Bloom/Flower (n): General terms, but lack the specific botanical reference.

Related Phrases and Collocations

• Moth orchid (): A common and popular type of orchid often sold as a houseplant.
• Lady's slipper orchid (): A subfamily of orchids known for their slipper-shaped pouch.
• Orchid grower / Orchid enthusiast: Terms for someone who cultivates orchids.
• Orchid show / Orchid exhibition: Events where orchids are displayed and judged.

Học thuật

Noun

1. any of numerous plants of the orchid family usually having flowers of unusual shapes and beautiful colors

Từ đồng nghĩa

• orchidaceous plant