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: any of a large family (Orchidaceae, the orchid family) of perennial epiphytic or terrestrial monocotyledonous plants that usually have showy 3-petaled flowers with the middle petal enlarged into a lip and differing from the others in shape and color
2
: a light purple
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The following day, the venue for the reception featured flowing orchids, scented candles and seating cards hung by silk ribbons.
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Jacklyn Krol, Peoplemag, 29 June 2024
Blush roses, orchids, and ranunculus are all lovely florals that can capture this hue in your palette.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 26 June 2024
After Prakriti Shakti's restraint, Sitaram Beach felt like a maximalist indulgence: Opulent traditional architecture framed a lush garden brimming with coconut palms, orchids, and medicinal plants, while waves crashed on a nearby beach.
—Vasudha Rai, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2023
The orchid shade of her dress was an ideal color now that spring has transitioned to summer.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 20 June 2024
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Jacklyn Krol, Peoplemag, 29 June 2024
Blush roses, orchids, and ranunculus are all lovely florals that can capture this hue in your palette.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 26 June 2024
After Prakriti Shakti's restraint, Sitaram Beach felt like a maximalist indulgence: Opulent traditional architecture framed a lush garden brimming with coconut palms, orchids, and medicinal plants, while waves crashed on a nearby beach.
—Vasudha Rai, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2023
The orchid shade of her dress was an ideal color now that spring has transitioned to summer.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 20 June 2024
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“Orchid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orchid. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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orchid
noun
or·chid
ˈȯr-kəd 
1
: any plant or flower of a large family of plants that have usually showy flowers with three petals of which the middle petal is enlarged and differs from the others in shape and color
2
: a light purple
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