[ɔːˈbrɛtɪə, ɔːˈbrɛtɪə, ɔːˈbrɛtiə]

Definitions

1. noun

A low-growing, spreading alpine plant of the rockrose family, with small, fragrant flowers in shades of blue, pink, or white.

“The aubretia added a burst of colour to the dry stone wall in the garden.”

2. noun

A type of flowering plant (Cerastium spp.) of the carnation family.

“Aubretia is a delicate, low-maintenance groundcover that thrives in poor soil.”