chrysanthemum
chrysanthemum — noun
- chrysanthemumsingular
- chrysanthemumsplural
1. a garden plant that produces bright, rounded flower-heads with many thin petals
a garden plant that produces bright, rounded flower-heads with many thin petals arranged in layers, often adding colour to gardens in late summer and autumn
Jiwoo planted several yellow chrysanthemums along her front path in early September.
The chrysanthemum show at the botanical garden drew large crowds of visitors last autumn.
collocation: chrysanthemum show
Amihan's grandmother grew tall chrysanthemums that reached almost to her waist.
Chrysanthemums need well-drained soil and at least six hours of sunlight each day.
Adaeze chose a potted chrysanthemum for her balcony because the blooms last through autumn.
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informal short form, very common in American English
用法筆記
Frequently planted as an autumn bedding plant in temperate climates. The flowers last several weeks, making it a popular choice for seasonal displays.
常見錯誤
2. the large, rounded flower-head produced by a garden chrysanthemum, formed from m
the large, rounded flower-head produced by a garden chrysanthemum, formed from many narrow petals packed closely together and often cut for display in a vase or given as a gift
Zayd brought a bunch of white chrysanthemums to the dinner party as a thank-you gift.
chrysanthemums as a gift — brought + bunch of + as a gift
Eli arranged the orange chrysanthemums in a ceramic vase on the dining table.
A single chrysanthemum floated in a shallow bowl of water on the table.
Wren pressed a dried chrysanthemum between the pages of her favourite poetry book.
The florist wrapped the chrysanthemums in brown paper and tied them with string.
用法筆記
Chrysanthemums are long-lasting cut flowers and are commonly sold by florists during autumn. In some cultures, the colour of the flower carries specific meanings — white for sympathy, yellow for cheerfulness, and red for love.