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spirea

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Spirea (noun) means any of the numerous flowering shrubs in the genus Spiraea, bearing bunches of white or pink blooms.

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1

Any of the numerous flowering shrubs in the genus Spiraea, bearing bunches of white or pink blooms.

2

Any plant belonging to the genus Astilbe.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Taken from New Latin, which took it from Ancient Greek σπεῖρα (speîra, "coil").

Synonyms

spiraea

Rhymes for spirea

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What is the meaning of spirea?

"spirea" (noun) means any of the numerous flowering shrubs in the genus Spiraea, bearing bunches of white or pink blooms.

What is another word for spirea?

Other words for "spirea" include spiraea.

What are the different meanings of spirea?

"spirea" has 2 main meanings: 1. Any of the numerous flowering shrubs in the genus Spiraea, bearing bunches of white or pink blooms; 2. Any plant belonging to the genus Astilbe.

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