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crocus

The correct spelling is crocus.

How to pronounce crocus

noun

IPA: /ˈkɹəʊ.kəs/

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The correct spelling is crocus. A perennial flowering plant (of the genus Crocus in the Iridaceae family). Saffron is obtained from the stamens of Crocus sativus. For example: "a crocus bag"

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A perennial flowering plant (of the genus Crocus in the Iridaceae family). Saffron is obtained from the stamens of Crocus sativus.
  2. 2.Any of various similar flowering plants, such as the autumn crocus and prairie crocus.
  3. 3.A deep yellow powder, the oxide of some metal (especially iron), calcined to a red or deep yellow colour.
  4. 4.A fraudulent doctor; a quack.
  5. 5.Burlap.

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