Definition

A type of plant known for its small, fragrant purple flowers that often turn towards the sun.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful heliotropes that attracted many bees.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a heliotrope flower?

Yeah, they have such a lovely scent, don't they?

I love the vibrant purple color of the heliotrope in gardens.

Absolutely! They really brighten up the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heliotrope → It is formed from "helio-" (from Greek "helios", meaning sun) and "tropos" (from Greek, meaning turn). The word describes a plant that turns towards the sun, reflecting its nature of following sunlight.

Memory Tip

Imagine a flower that 'turns' ('tropos') to face the 'sun' ('helio-') — that's why heliotrope refers to a plant that follows the sun.

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