dianthus

noun

di·​an·​thus dī-ˈan(t)-thəs How to pronounce dianthus (audio)
plural dianthus also dianthuses

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Plant it in rich, well-draining soil, and dianthus won't require a lot of fuss once it's established. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026 There are several types of dianthus, including the colorful native known as sweet William. Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 2 Feb. 2026 This year's gold medalists include an innovative little squash and a big-blooming dianthus. Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026 Mix them with other cool-season annuals like petunias, dianthus, snapdragons and dusty miller. Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for dianthus

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, genus name, from Greek dios heavenly + anthos flower — more at deity, anthology

First Known Use

circa 1766, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dianthus was circa 1766

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“Dianthus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dianthus. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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