Noun
/tjuː.lɪp ˈɔː.kɪs/
Tulip orchis refers to a type of flowering plant belonging to the genus Tulipa, which is known for its cup-shaped flowers, or to specific species within the family Orchidaceae that are sometimes called orchid tulips due to their shape or appearance. This term is often used in botanical contexts.
It is not one of the most frequently used terms in everyday language; however, it can be found more commonly in written texts, particularly in gardening, botany, and floral design.
The tulip orchis bloomed beautifully in the spring garden.
(Тюльпановая орхидея красиво зацвела в весеннем саду.)
Hikers noticed a rare tulip orchis during their trek through the forest.
(Пешеходы заметили редкую тюльпановую орхидею во время своего похода по лесу.)
The local botanical garden features a special exhibit for the tulip orchis.
(Местный ботанический сад проводит специальную выставку тюльпановой орхидеи.)
While "tulip orchis" is not typically featured in idiomatic expressions, the separate components can be incorporated into garden-related phrases or contexts. Here are some creatively related expressions:
"Stop and smell the tulips"
(Остановись и понюхай тюльпаны.)
Meaning: Take time to enjoy the beauty around you.
"A bed of tulips"
(Клумба с тюльпанами.)
Meaning: A place filled with beauty or happiness.
"Bloom like a tulip"
(Цвести, как тюльпан.)
Meaning: Flourish or thrive in one’s environment.
"The garden of life"
(Сад жизни.)
Meaning: Refers to the experiences and beauty one encounters throughout life, often with flowers symbolizing different life stages.
The term "tulip" comes from the French tulipe, which was borrowed from the Turkish tülbend, meaning "muslin." This refers to the flower's shape, resembling a turban. The term "orchis" is derived from the Greek word "orkhis," meaning "testicle," due to the shape of the tubers of some members of the orchid family.
Synonyms:
- Tulip (for tulip)
- Orchid (for orchis)
Antonyms:
- There are no direct antonyms for "tulip orchis" as it refers to a specific type of plant. However, in terms of other plant types, one could refer to "thornbush" or "weed" as general contrasting plant growths.