fuchsia
1 synonym for fuchsia, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A garden shrub with drooping red, pink, or purple flowers.
Synonyms
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How to use fuchsia
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fuchsia pink
a fuchsia plant
Etymology
Named after the German botanist Leonhart Fuchs (1501–1566), whom the plant genus honors.
Full origin of fuchsia →Frequently asked questions
What does “fuchsia” mean?
The word “fuchsia” means a garden shrub with drooping red, pink, or purple flowers. In plain terms, a garden plant with pink-purple flowers, or the bright pink-purple color named after it.
How do you pronounce “fuchsia”?
“Fuchsia” is pronounced FYOO-shuh (/ˈfjuːʃə/ in IPA).
How do you use “fuchsia” in a sentence?
Here is “fuchsia” used in a sentence: “She planted fuchsias in hanging baskets along the porch.”
What part of speech is “fuchsia”?
Depending on how it is used, “fuchsia” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “fuchsia” come from?
The word “fuchsia” dates back to around 1501 and comes from German. Named after the German botanist Leonhart Fuchs (1501–1566), whom the plant genus honors.
How many meanings does “fuchsia” have?
“Fuchsia” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a garden shrub with drooping red, pink, or purple flowers.
