Greek Meaning of lychnis

Λυχνίς

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Definitions and Meaning of lychnis in English

Wordnet

lychnis (n)

mostly perennial herbs with sticky stems that catch insects; widespread in north temperate zone

Webster

lychnis (n.)

A genus of Old World plants belonging to the Pink family (Caryophyllaceae). Most of the species have brilliantly colored flowers and cottony leaves, which may have anciently answered as wicks for lamps. The botanical name is in common use for the garden species. The corn cockle (Githago) is a common weed in wheat fields.

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Λυχνίς

mostly perennial herbs with sticky stems that catch insects; widespread in north temperate zoneA genus of Old World plants belonging to the Pink family (Caryoph

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lychins floscuculi => Μυοσωτίδες, lychins chalcedonica => Λυχνίτης της Χαλκηδόνας, lychgate => Νεκροταφείο, lychee => Λίτσι, lyche => Λίτσι,