noun🔗ShareCrocusA perennial flowering plant (of the genus Crocus in the Iridaceae family). Saffron is obtained from the stamens of Crocus sativus."The crocuses in my garden are the first sign that spring has arrived. "Les crocus dans mon jardin sont le premier signe que le printemps est arrivé.plantagriculturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCrocusAny of various similar flowering plants, such as the autumn crocus and prairie crocus."The first sign of spring was the patch of vibrant purple crocuses blooming in the garden. "Le premier signe du printemps était le massif de crocus violets vibrants qui fleurissaient dans le jardin.plantnaturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCrocus, safranA deep yellow powder, the oxide of some metal (especially iron), calcined to a red or deep yellow colour."The art teacher showed us how to mix crocuses with oil paint to create a vibrant yellow hue for our landscapes. "Le professeur d'art nous a montré comment mélanger du safran avec de la peinture à l'huile pour créer une teinte jaune vibrante pour nos paysages.substancechemistrymaterialcolorChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCharlatan, charlataneA fraudulent doctor; a quack."People avoid that clinic because they say the doctor is just a crocuses who sells fake medicines. "Les gens évitent cette clinique parce qu'ils disent que le médecin n'est qu'un charlatan qui vend de faux médicaments.medicinepersonjobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
