adam and eve
/ˈædəm ənd iv/
noun
- A North American orchid (genus Cypripedium) with a single white or pink flower and a large lip that resembles a slipper; also called lady's slipper.
- The nature guide pointed out an adam-and-eve growing near the old log.
- We spotted a rare adam-and-eve orchid blooming in the shady forest.
- Adam-and-eve orchids are protected in many state parks.
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