ranunculus

Meanings

• A perennial herb belonging to the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae.

  - "The ranunculus is a beautiful perennial herb."
  - "The ranunculus belongs to the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae."

• A water lily.

  - "The ranunculus is a type of water lily."
  - "The ranunculus is often mistaken for a water lily."

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Synonyms

buttercup , crowfoot

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ranunculus
["Benjamin" , "Daniel" , "Emmanuel" , "Matthew" , "Raphael" , "Sebastian" , "Thaddeus" , "Timothy"]

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Homophones

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1. [{"term": "ranunculus", "lang": "en", "meaning": "A type of perennial herb, belonging to the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae."}, {"term": "ranunculus", "lang": "la", "meaning": "A little frog."}]
   

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Variants

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ranunculi , ranunculus , ranunculuses

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Forms

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[{"term": "ranunculus", "lang": "en", "meaning": "A type of perennial herb, belonging to the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae."}, {"term": "ranunculus verb", "lang": "en", "meaning": "To run around or in a circular motion."}]

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Etymology

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The word ranunculus comes from the Latin words ranunculus, meaning 'little frog', and rana, meaning 'frog'. The name likely refers to the fact that ranunculus flowers can thrive in both wet and dry environments, much like a frog.

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Trivia

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1. [{"question": "What is the botanical name for ranunculus?", "answer": "The botanical name for ranunculus is Ranunculus asiaticus."}, {"question": "What is the symbolic meaning of a ranunculus flower?", "answer": "A ranunculus flower is often symbolic of rebirth, renewal, and resurrection."}]

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Related Concepts

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1. [{"term": "buttercup family", "lang": "en", "meaning": "A large and diverse family of flowering plants, characterized by their milky sap and often bright, colorful flowers."}, {"term": "ranunculus hybrids", "lang": "en", "meaning": "A group of ranunculus plants that have been selectively bred for their desirable traits, such as larger, more vibrant flowers, longer stems, and greater disease resistance."}]

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Culture

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The ranunculus has been used in various cultures throughout history. In ancient Egypt, the ranunculus was used as a decorative element in tombs and temples. In ancient Greece, the ranunculus was used in religious ceremonies, particularly those dedicated to the goddess Demeter. In medieval Europe, the ranunculus was used as a symbol of the resurrection, particularly during Easter celebrations. Today, the ranunculus is still cultivated and enjoyed for its beautiful flowers and historical significance.

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