narcissus

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun bulbous plant having erect linear leaves and showy yellow or white flowers either solitary or in clusters
  2. noun (Greek mythology) a beautiful young man who fell in love with his own reflection

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin narcissus, from Ancient Greek νάρκισσος (nárkissos), ultimately either from Pre-Greek or related to νάρκη (nárkē).

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