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.

Generic synonyms: Herb, Herbaceous Plant
Group relationships: Genus Acanthus
Specialized synonyms: Acanthus Mollis, Bear's Breech, Bear's Breeches, Sea Holly

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)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Acanthus

Acanthoscelides obtectus
acanthosis
acanthosis
acanthosis nigricans
acanthosis nigricans
acanthotic
acanthotic
acanthous
acanthrocyte
acanthrocytosis
acanths
Acanthuridae
Acanthurus
Acanthurus chirurgus
acanthus (current term)
acanthus (current term)
acanthuses
acanthus family
Acanthus mollis
acapnia
acapnia
acapnial
acapnial alkalosis
acapnias
acapnic
acapnotic
acapsular
Acapulco
Acapulco de Juarez
Acapulco gold

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