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azalea

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Noun — A flowering shrub, a type of rhododendron, prized for its brightly colored blossoms in spring.

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Etymology

From Greek azaleos ("dry"), because the plant was thought to favor dry soil.

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What does “azalea” mean?

The word “azalea” means a flowering shrub, a type of rhododendron, prized for its brightly colored blossoms in spring. In plain terms, a garden shrub known for its showy spring flowers.

How do you pronounce “azalea”?

“Azalea” is pronounced uh-ZAY-lee-uh (/əˈzeɪliə/ in IPA).

How do you use “azalea” in a sentence?

Here is “azalea” used in a sentence: “Pink azaleas lined the path through the garden.”

What part of speech is “azalea”?

“Azalea” is a noun.

Where does the word “azalea” come from?

The word “azalea” comes from Greek. From Greek azaleos ("dry"), because the plant was thought to favor dry soil.

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