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Definition of oriental lily
oriental lily
Plural:oriental lilies
• noun
1
A large, highly fragrant hybrid lily developed from native East Asian species, characterized by broad, dramatically colored, star-shaped blooms that typically open in late summer.
Example
"The florist arranged a stunning centerpiece featuring white Oriental lilies, dark red roses, and lush green ferns."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oriental lily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oriental-lily