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Definition of Acanthus

1. Noun. Any plant of the genus Acanthus having large spiny leaves and spikes or white or purplish flowers; native to Mediterranean region but widely cultivated.

Definition of Acanthus

1. n. A genus of herbaceous prickly plants, found in the south of Europe, Asia Minor, and India; bear's- breech.

Definition of Acanthus

1. a prickly herb [n -THI or -THUSES]

Medical Definition of Acanthus

1. Origin: L, from Gr. Cf. Acantha. 1. A genus of herbaceous prickly plants, found in the south of Europe, Asia Minor, and India; bear's-breech. 2. An ornament resembling the foliage or leaves of the acanthus (Acanthus spinosus); used in the capitals of the Corinthian and Composite orders. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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