boragineous

/ˌbɒriːˈɡɪnɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Pertaining to or resembling the boraginaceous order of plants, which includes plants such as borage and forget-me-not.

“The park was filled with boragineous flowers, their vibrant colors attracting a swarm of bees.”

2. noun

A plant of the boraginaceous order.

“The botanist spent hours studying the unique characteristics of the boragineous specimen before him.”

Synonyms

  • boraginaceous
  • umbelliferous

Antonyms

  • foliageless
  • non-flowering