Carnation (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun
  1. any of numerous cultivated varieties of the clove pink, Dianthus caryophyllus, having long-stalked, fragrant, usually double flowers in a variety of colors: the state flower of Ohio.
  2. pink; light red.
  3. the color of flesh.
adjective
  1. having the color carnation.
noun
  1. a Eurasian caryophyllaceous plant, Dianthus caryophyllus, cultivated in many varieties for its white, pink, or red flowers, which have a fragrant scent of cloves
  2. the flower of this plant
    • a pink or reddish-pink colour
    • (as adjective)
  4. a flesh tint in painting
Carnation (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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