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Definition of Gladiolus
1. Noun. Any of numerous plants of the genus Gladiolus native chiefly to tropical and South Africa having sword-shaped leaves and one-sided spikes of brightly colored funnel-shaped flowers; widely cultivated.
Generic synonyms: Iridaceous Plant
Group relationships: Genus Gladiolus
2. Noun. The large central part of the breastbone.
Definition of Gladiolus
1. n. A genus of plants having bulbous roots and gladiate leaves, and including many species, some of which are cultivated and valued for the beauty of their flowers; the corn flag; the sword lily.
Definition of Gladiolus
1. Noun. (anatomy) The center part of the sternum. ¹
2. Noun. Any of several flowering plants, of the genus ''Gladiolus'', having sword-shaped leaves and showy flowers on spikes; gladiola. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Gladiolus
1. a segment of the sternum [n -LI or -LUSES]
Medical Definition of Gladiolus
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Origin: L. See Gladiole.
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Gladiolus
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