anthemion
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an·the·mi·on

noun \an-ˈthē-mē-ən\
plural -mia \-mē-ə\

Definition of ANTHEMION

: a flat ornament of floral form (as in relief sculpture or in painting)

Origin of ANTHEMION

Greek, from diminutive of anthemon flower, from anthos — more at anthology
First Known Use: 1865

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