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lilies

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈɫɪɫiz// UK //lˈɪliz// lilies

n. large, beautiful flowers that grow from bulbs and often have a strong, sweet smell. They come in many colors and are shaped like a bell or a trumpet.

n. plural form of 'lily'; refers to large, trumpet-shaped flowers of the genus Lilium, typically growing from bulbs.


SIMPLE

The garden is full of white lilies.

CONTEXTUAL

She bought a bouquet of fresh lilies to brighten up the dining room table for the party.

COMPLEX

In many cultures, white lilies serve as powerful symbols of purity and rebirth, frequently appearing in both religious iconography and traditional funeral arrangements.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of the noun 'lily'.

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