Definition

A type of plant that has thin stems and produces small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually blue or white.

Example

In the spring, the harebell blooms beautifully in the meadows.

Conversation

Have you seen the harebell growing in my garden?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's a beautiful plant with blue, bell-shaped flowers.

Sounds lovely! I’d love to see it when it blooms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Harebell → The word 'harebell' is formed from 'hare' (from Old English 'hara', meaning a type of rabbit) and 'bell' (from Old French 'belle', meaning beautiful). The term refers to a flower that is often associated with the hare due to its delicate, bell-shaped blossoms, resembling the beauty of the animal.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hare' as a rabbit and 'bell' meaning beautiful — this helps you remember that a 'harebell' is a beautiful flower associated with hares.

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