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gentian

/ˈdʒɛnʃən/

Translations

gentiannoun

gentians

/ˈdʒɛnʃən/

The gentian is known for its vibrant blue flowers.

Генциана известна своими ярко-синими цветами.

Additional translations

Synonyms

gentianadjective

more gentian

Comp.

most gentian

Super.

/ˈdʒɛn.tʃən/

Used attributively to describe things made from the plant or of its characteristic blue colour.

Synonyms

royal blue

deep blue

gentiannoun

A plant of the genus Gentiana, typically having blue, trumpet-shaped flowers and found in temperate and mountainous regions.

The alpine meadows were dotted with the vibrant blue of the gentian flowers.

A medicinal preparation made from the root of the gentian plant, often used to aid digestion.

The herbalist recommended a gentian tincture to help with my digestive issues.

A deep purplish-blue colour resembling that of the gentian flower.

The walls were painted a striking shade of gentian.

gentianadjective

Relating to or made from the gentian plant.

Gentian bitters are popular in cocktail recipes.

Of a deep purplish-blue colour resembling that of the gentian flower.

She chose a gentian scarf to match her dress.