Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A plant that grows in water and has large, flat, floating leaves and bright, fragrant flowers.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈloʊtəs/, UK: /ˈləʊtəs/
Origin and Usage: The word "lotus" comes from the Greek word "lotos," which refers to a type of tree. In ancient Greek mythology, the lotus tree was said to produce a fruit that caused those who ate it to forget their past. The word "lotus" has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to the aquatic plant with large, floating leaves and bright, fragrant flowers.
Synonyms: Water lily, lily pad, pond lily
Related Words: Flota, lotic, louts, tolus
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