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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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 Here's What to Plant with Geraniums for Pretty Summer Containers 'Catherine Woodbury' Daylily Add fragrance and beauty to your garden with a no-fuss, pink-blooming 'Catherine Woodbury' daylily. Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2024 Lily species: Many species of lilies, including Easter lilies, tiger lilies and daylilies, are toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure if ingested. Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 5 June 2024 See over 200 varieties of daylilies at the sale in a range of sizes, colors, patterns and prices, from $8 to $25. Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for daylily 

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 8 Nov. 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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