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Definition of edelweiss

edelweiss

/ˈeɪ.dəl.vaɪs/
e · del · weiss
Plural:edelweisses
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edelweiss Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A small, woolly perennial plant of the daisy family (Asteraceae), native to the high alpine ranges of Europe such as the Alps and the Carpathians, renowned for its star-shaped clusters of white bracts.

Example

"During their hike in the Swiss Alps, they were thrilled to spot a rare edelweiss blooming among the rocky crags."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into English in the mid-19th century from the German word 'Edelweiß', a compound of 'edel' (meaning noble) and 'weiß' (meaning white).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Edelweiss. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 7, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/edelweiss
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