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iris

/ˈaɪɹɪs/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

眼睛的有色部分,或一种叶子高大、花瓣色彩鲜艳的花。

When to Use

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Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

她的眼睛很浅蓝,虹膜几乎是白色的。

今年春天我在花园里种了一些紫色的鸢尾花。

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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