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lotus

/ˈləʊtəs/ /ˈloʊtəs/

Meanings
noun
A kind of aquatic plant, genus Nelumbo in the family Nelumbonaceae.

Examples :

"The pond was beautiful, filled with pink lotus flowers floating on the water's surface. "
plant nature biology

Related Words

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returning verb

/ɹɪˈtɜːnɪŋ/ /ɹɪˈtɝnɪŋ/

To come or go back (to a place or person).

"Although the birds fly north for the summer, they return here in winter."

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architectural adjective

/ˌɑɹkɪˈtɛktjəɹəl/

Pertaining to architecture.

"The architectural design of the new school building is impressive. "

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immediately adverb

/əˈmiːdi.ətli/

In an immediate manner; instantly or without delay.

"I hope we can begin immediately."

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including verb

/ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/

To bring into a group, class, set, or total as a (new) part or member.

"I will purchase the vacation package if you will include car rental."

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floating verb

/ˈfləʊtɪŋ/ /ˈfloʊtɪŋ/

Of an object or substance, to be supported by a liquid of greater density than the object so as that part of the object or substance remains above the surface.

"The boat floated on the water."

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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professor noun

/pɹəˈfɛsə/ /pɹəˈfɛsɚ/

The most senior rank for an academic at a university or similar institution, informally also known as "full professor." Abbreviated Prof.

"Professor Smith, the head of the history department, gave a fascinating lecture on the Roman Empire. "

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scientific adjective

/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/

Of, or having to do with science.

"The scientific method is important in my school science class. "

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explained verb

/ɪkˈspleɪnd/

To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.

"To explain a chapter of the Bible."

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legendary noun

/ˈledʒənˌderi/ /ˈlɛdʒənˌdɛri/

A collection of legends, in particular of lives of saints.

"The school's legendary featured stories of past teachers, including tales of their kindness and dedication. "

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beautiful noun

/ˈbjuːtɪfəl/

Someone who is beautiful. Can be used as a term of address.

"Hey, beautiful!"

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drowsiness noun

/ˈdraʊzinəs/

State of being drowsy.

"The medicine caused a feeling of drowsiness, so I couldn't concentrate on my homework. "