What is another word for Gladioli?

Pronunciation: [ɡlˌadɪˈə͡ʊli] (IPA)

Gladioli are a type of flower that is commonly used for decorative purposes. They are also known as sword lilies, due to their long, narrow shape. Other synonyms for gladioli include glads, gladiolas, and gladioluses. These flowers come in a variety of colors, such as pink, red, yellow, and white, and they are often used in bouquets for weddings and other special occasions. Some other types of flowers that are similar in appearance to gladioli include lilies, irises, and tiger lilies. Regardless of what they are called, gladioli are an elegant and beautiful addition to any bouquet or floral arrangement.

What are the hypernyms for Gladioli?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    flowering plants, ornamental plants, perennial plants, bulbous plants.

Usage examples for Gladioli

In March the hillsides are fragrant with thyme, lavender, and the Mediterranean heath, to which April adds cistuses, helianthemums, convolvuli, serapiases, and Gladioli.
"The South of France--East Half"
Charles Bertram Black
They might take up from the garden border such tender plants as dahlias, Gladioli, and Canna lilies.
"Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Nature Study"
Ontario Ministry of Education
Dahlias and Gladioli which were taken in in the autumn should now be set out.
"Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Nature Study"
Ontario Ministry of Education

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