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lily

[ˈlɪli]

lily Definition

  • 1a plant with large, flat flowers that are usually white, yellow, pink, or red, and have a pleasant smell
  • 2a pale, delicate shade of pink or yellow

Using lily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She loves the lilies in her garden.

  • Example

    The wedding bouquet was made up of lilies and roses.

  • Example

    The painting features a vase of lilies on a table.

lily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lily

Phrases with lily

  • a type of lily with a trumpet-shaped flower that is usually white

    Example

    The bride's bouquet included calla lilies.

  • a type of lily that grows in water and has large, round leaves and white or pink flowers

    Example

    The pond was covered in beautiful water lilies.

  • a small, fragrant plant with white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring

    Example

    She picked a bouquet of lilies of the valley for her mother's birthday.

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Summary: lily in Brief

A 'lily' [ˈlɪli] is a plant with large, flat flowers that come in various colors and have a pleasant smell. It can also refer to a pale, delicate shade of pink or yellow. Examples include 'She loves the lilies in her garden.' and 'The painting features a vase of lilies on a table.' Types of lilies include calla lilies, water lilies, and lilies of the valley.

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