peony
/ˈpiːəni/
noun
- A garden plant with large, round, showy flowers that are usually pink, red, white, or yellow, and bloom in late spring or early summer.
- Every spring, the peonies bloom in a riot of color along the garden path.
- The peony in our backyard has huge pink blossoms that smell wonderful.
- She chose peonies for her wedding bouquet because they symbolize romance and prosperity.
- The flower of the peony plant, often used in floral arrangements or as a symbol in art and culture.
- The painter captured the delicate layers of the peony in soft watercolors.
- A single peony can make a stunning centerpiece on a dining table.
- In Chinese culture, the peony is known as the 'king of flowers' and represents wealth and honor.