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Definition of Polyanthus

1. Noun. Florists' primroses; considered a complex hybrid derived from oxlip, cowslip, and common primrose.

Definition of Polyanthus

1. n. The oxlip. So called because the peduncle bears a many-flowered umbel. See Oxlip. (b) A bulbous flowering plant of the genus Narcissus (N. Tazetta, or N. polyanthus of some authors). See Illust. of Narcissus.

Definition of Polyanthus

1. [n -THI or -THUSES]

Medical Definition of Polyanthus

1. The oxlip. So called because the peduncle bears a many-flowered umbel. See Oxlip. A bulbous flowering plant of the genus Narcissus (N. Tazetta, or N. Polyanthus of some authors). Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Rich in flowers; many + flower Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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