orange lily

noun

1. a bulbous lily, Lilium bulbiferum, of the mountainous regions of southern Europe, having erect, crimson-spotted, orange flowers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of orange lily¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

Available in black, aqua, petal pink, white, citron yellow, orange, lily, light blue and in the natural straw, this bag is an essential add to your summer wardrobe.

From Los Angeles Times

Natural History of Plants" it is stated that "There are two forms of Orange Lily indigenous to Europe.

From Project Gutenberg

Now, be the law, a child follows its father in these matters, an’ I’m bound be it to send the wee Kerry’s milk to the Orange cramery, although I’ll maintain she’s as good a Nationalist as ever stepped; didn’t she thramp down ivery Orange lily in Billy Black’s garden only last Monday?

From Project Gutenberg

Later, he planted the orange lily of forgetfulness, and thought of his wife no more.

From Project Gutenberg

Author of "Brown-Eyes," "Queenie," "Orange Lily," &c., &c.

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