allionia
|al-li-o-ni-a|
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/əˈlaɪoʊniə/
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/əˈlaɪəʊniə/
a genus of flowering plants
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allionia' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'allionia', which was used to describe a type of plant in the Nyctaginaceae family.
Historical Evolution
'Allionia' has remained relatively unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to a specific genus of plants.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of plant in the Nyctaginaceae family', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of flowering plants in the family Nyctaginaceae, commonly known as the four o'clock family.
The allionia plant is known for its vibrant flowers.
Last updated: 2025/06/27 03:06