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narcissus
[nahr-sis-uhs]
noun
plural
narcissus, narcissuses, narcissi.any bulbous plant belonging to the genus Narcissus, of the amaryllis family, having showy yellow or white flowers with a cup-shaped corona.
the flower of any of these plants.
(initial capital letter)a youth who fell in love with his own image reflected in a pool and wasted away from unsatisfied desire, whereupon he was transformed into the flower.
Narcissus
1/ ɑːˈɪə /
noun
Greek myth a beautiful youth who fell in love with his reflection in a pool and pined away, becoming the flower that bears his name
narcissus
2/ ɑːˈɪə /
noun
any amaryllidaceous plant of the Eurasian genus Narcissus, esp N. poeticus, whose yellow, orange, or white flowers have a crown surrounded by spreading segments
Narcissus
A beautiful youth in classical mythology who fell in love with his own reflection in a pool. Because he was unable to tear himself away from the image, he wasted away and died.
Word History and Origins
Origin of narcissus1
Word History and Origins
Origin of narcissus1
Example Sentences
That is not true, because, following the myth of narcissus to its end, he is nearing the level of complete self-destruction.
A selection of crocus, narcissus and allium delivers seasonal flower power between February and May.
Among the potentially murderous or mind-altering flora are datura, oleander, narcissus and pennyroyal.
Canary yellow narcissus Baby Moon daffodils had started pushing up through the soil.
They’re narcissus and they were used by ancient Romans as sleep medicine, or maybe poison, I’m not really sure.
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When To Use
A narcissus is a showy, cup- or trumpet-shaped flower that comes in white, yellow, and orange varieties.The name narcissus is also used for any plant in the genus Narcissus.The plural forms of narcissus are narcissuses and narcissi.Common varieties include the daffodil (scientific name Narcissus pseudonarcissus), the jonquil (N. jonquilla), and the paper-white narcissus (N. tazetta).The narcissus is popular for bouquets and gardens.Narcissus is one of the December birth flowers (a flower that’s associated with a particular month in the same way as a birthstone).Example: The narcissus is one of my favorite flowers—I just love its trumpet shape.
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