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iris

/ˈaɪɹɪs/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

la parte de color del ojo, o un tipo de flor con hojas altas y pétalos coloridos.

When to Use

💬Daily Conversation📚Academic Writing
Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

Sus ojos son tan azul claro que el iris es casi blanco.

Planté algunos lirios morados en el jardín esta primavera.

Full Definition

A plant of the genus Iris, common in the northern hemisphere, and generally having attractive blooms (See Iris (plant)).

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irises