WALLFLOWER

n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

A perennial, cruciferous plant (Cheiranthus Cheiri), with sweet-scented flowers varying in color from yellow to orange and deep red. In Europe it very common on old walls.

2.
n.

A lady at a ball, who, either from choice, or because not asked to dance, remains a spectator. [Colloq.]


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