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Definition of sibbaldia
sibbaldia
/sɪˈbæl.di.ə/
sib · bal · di · a
Plural:sibbaldias
sibbaldia Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Any low-growing, mat-forming alpine or arctic perennial plant of the genus Sibbaldia in the rose family (Rosaceae), characterized by trifoliate leaves with three-toothed tips and dense terminal clusters of tiny, inconspicuous yellowish-green flowers.
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sibbaldia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sibbaldia