Meaning Of The Word Orris

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What's The Definition Of Orris?

orris in American English
any of several European irises, esp. a white-flowered species (Iris florentina) whose rootstocks yield orrisroot

orris in American English 1
noun: an iris, Iris germanica florentina, having a fragrant rootstock

orris in American English 2
noun: a lace or braid made of gold or silver, much used in the 18th century

orris in British English 1
noun: any of various irises, esp Iris florentina, that have fragrant rhizomes

orris in British English 2
noun: a kind of lace made of gold or silver, used esp in the 18th century

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