daylily

noun

day·​lily ˈdā-ˌli-lē How to pronounce daylily (audio)
: any of various Eurasian perennial herbs (genus Hemerocallis) of the lily family that have short-lived flowers resembling lilies and are widespread in cultivation and as escapes

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In fact, fresh green daylily shoots were poking out of the soil just days after the top leaves were charred. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024 The garden features a historic home, a pathway lined with greenery and garden fixtures and, of course, the expansive daylily meadow — perfect for photo opportunities. Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 14 Nov. 2024 Fall is ideal for dividing and planting perennials, such as hostas, daylilies and ornamental grasses, which benefit from root development during the cooler months. Tammy Sons, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 The yard features an above-ground pool, a pond filled with koi and goldfish, and dozens of colorful plants and flowers, including everything from daylilies and hostas to poppies and different kinds of bamboo. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 18 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for daylily 

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of daylily was in 1597

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“Daylily.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/daylily. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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daylily

noun
day·​lily ˈdā-ˌlil-ē How to pronounce daylily (audio)
: any of various plants related to the lilies that have short-lived flowers and are widespread in cultivation and in the wild after escaping from cultivation

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