Definition of corolla
: the part of a flower that consists of the separate or fused petals and constitutes the inner whorl of the perianth
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The models are as follows, and they’ve been added to our list below: 2009–2011 Corolla and Matrix, 2011 Sienna, 2006–2011 Yaris, 2010–2011 4Runner, 2008–2011 Scion xB, 2007–2011 Lexus ES, 2010–2011 Lexus GX, 2006–2011 Lexus IS.
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Double Otto’. The 2-inch-wide double flowers feature deeply flared scarlet sepals with double, dark-purple corollas.
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Toyota builds Corollas in Cambridge, Ontario, as well as in Blue Springs, Miss.
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One user tracked every drop of gas ever put into his Corolla and then entered it into Gas Cubby.
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Origin and Etymology of corolla
New Latin, from Latin, diminutive of corona
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playDefinition of corolla for Students
: the part of a flower that is formed by the petals
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See words that rhyme with corolla Spanish Central: Translation of corolla Nglish: Translation of corolla for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about corolla
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