Definition

A type of flowering plant that belongs to the pea family, known for its tall spikes of colorful flowers and divided leaves.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful lupins in various shades of purple and blue.

Conversation

I saw the most beautiful lupin flowers in the park yesterday.

Really? I've always loved their colors and shape!

Yeah, they were blooming everywhere; it was like a rainbow.

I need to check them out; I didn't realize they looked so good in spring.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lupin → The word 'lupin' originates from the Latin 'lupinus', meaning 'of the wolf'. It is derived from 'lupus' (meaning wolf). The term refers to a plant that was thought to consume the soil's nutrients like a wolf consumes its prey.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'wolf' ('lupus') to remember that 'lupin' refers to a plant associated with the wolf, as it was believed to take nutrients from the earth like a wolf takes from its surroundings.

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