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Hellebore Meaning in English

word

ˈhɛlɪbɔː
HEL-ih-bor
hˈɛlɪbˌɔː
HEL-ih-baw

释义

A hellebore is a type of plant with leathery leaves and usually pale flowers, often grown in gardens for its beauty but some species are poisonous.

用法与细微差别

Mostly used in botanical, gardening, or horticultural contexts. Some hellebores are called "Christmas roses" or "Lenten roses." Be careful: the plant is toxic if ingested. Rare in casual conversation.

例句

Hellebore blooms in early spring.

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Some types of hellebore are poisonous.

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Gardeners love planting hellebore for its pretty flowers.

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Did you know hellebore can flower even when there's still snow on the ground?

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My grandmother always warns us not to touch the hellebore in her garden.

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I spotted a rare purple hellebore while hiking last weekend.

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