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    Lélie (en. Lelie)

    /le.li/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A plant of the lily family, characterized by its large white or pink flowers.
    The lily is often used in gardens for its beauty.
    Le lélie est souvent utilisé dans les jardins pour sa beauté.
    A symbol of purity in some cultures.
    Lilies are often used in weddings to represent purity.
    Les lélies sont souvent utilisées dans les mariages pour représenter la pureté.
    An aquatic plant that grows in ponds.
    Water lilies float gracefully on the surface of the pond.
    Les lélies d'eau flottent gracieusement sur la surface de l'étang.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lilium', which refers to similar plants.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    let the lilies bloom
    Allowing things to develop naturally.
    laisser fleurir les lélies
    in bloom like a lily
    Pertaining to something in full bloom or flourishing.
    en fleurs comme un lélie
    purity like a lily
    Evokes exemplary innocence and purity.
    pureté comme une lélie

    Related Words

    lily
    A flowering plant of the same family, often used in decoration.
    lys
    aquatic plant
    Any type of plant that lives in water.
    plante aquatique
    gardening
    The art of cultivating plants, including lilies.
    jardinage

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to someone pure or innocent.
    She is so lily, always ready to help others.
    Elle est si lélie, toujours prête à aider les autres.
    Described as a sweet and delicate person.
    He is as fragile as a lily in the wind.
    Il est aussi fragile qu'un lélie dans le vent.