autumn crocus
autumn crocus · autumn crocuses
Any of several species of genus Colchicum that bloom in the FallAny of several species of genus Colchicum that bloom in the Fall
Meaning
2 sensesAny of several species of genus Colchicum that bloom in the Fall
Any of several species of genus Colchicum that bloom in the Fall
Especially, Colchicum autumnale.
More definitions
- bulbous autumn-flowering herb with white, purple or lavender-and-white flowers; native to western and central Europe
Translations
3 languagesForms
plural: autumn crocuses| Singular | autumn crocus |
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Synonyms
4 synonymsColchicum autumnale:meadow saffronFall crocus
Close in meaning
- bulbous autumn-flowering herb with white, purple or lavender-and-white flowers; native to western and central Europe:meadow saffronnaked ladyColchicum autumnale
See also
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