begonia

/bɛˈɡoʊniə/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various plants of the Begoniaceae family, having thick, waxy leaves, often grown as ornamental plants

“She planted a begonia in her garden to attract hummingbirds.”

2. noun

the flower or flowers of the begonia plant

“The begonia on her table was a gift from her grandmother.”

3. verb

to make a gentle, soothing sound, like the sound of a begonia plant when its leaves are touched

“The wind gently begonia’d through the garden on a quiet evening.”

Synonyms

  • hanging plant
  • orchid

Antonyms

  • weed