achimenes

noun

achim·​e·​nes
ə-ˈki-mə-(ˌ)nēz
1
capitalized : a genus of tropical American herbs (family Gesneriaceae) commonly cultivated for their gloxinialike flowers
2
plural achimenes : a plant of the genus Achimenes

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, alteration of Latin achaemenis, a plant (probably Euphorbia antiquorum) used in magic rites, from Greek achaimenis

First Known Use

1756, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of achimenes was in 1756

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“Achimenes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/achimenes. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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