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: any of a large family (Orchidaceae, the orchid family) of perennial epiphytic or terrestrial monocotyledonous plants that usually have showy 3-petaled flowers with the middle petal enlarged into a lip and differing from the others in shape and color
2
: a light purple
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Filled with ferns, orchids, and potted trees, a sign next to the door explains the concept: No phones allowed.
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Kim Velsey, Curbed, 25 Oct. 2024
These sneakers come in an orchid, black, white and neutral grey colorway that’s perfect for casual use.
—Rudie Obias, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
Farmers in Florida, one of the nation’s leading producers of oranges, bell peppers, sugar, and orchids, also have reported steep production losses, facing an uncertain future.
—Ayurella Horn-Muller / Grist, Quartz, 24 Oct. 2024
Zoom in: Several iconic properties won orchid awards in public and private architecture, and for their interior design concepts.
—Kate Murphy, Axios, 11 Oct. 2024
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Kim Velsey, Curbed, 25 Oct. 2024
These sneakers come in an orchid, black, white and neutral grey colorway that’s perfect for casual use.
—Rudie Obias, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
Farmers in Florida, one of the nation’s leading producers of oranges, bell peppers, sugar, and orchids, also have reported steep production losses, facing an uncertain future.
—Ayurella Horn-Muller / Grist, Quartz, 24 Oct. 2024
Zoom in: Several iconic properties won orchid awards in public and private architecture, and for their interior design concepts.
—Kate Murphy, Axios, 11 Oct. 2024
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“Orchid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orchid. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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orchid
noun
or·chid
ˈȯr-kəd 
1
: any plant or flower of a large family of plants that have usually showy flowers with three petals of which the middle petal is enlarged and differs from the others in shape and color
2
: a light purple
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