Meaning Of The Word Saffron

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saffron
uncountable noun: Saffron is a yellowish-orange powder obtained from a flower and used to give flavour and colouring to some foods.

saffron in American English
a perennial Old World plant (Crocus sativus) of the iris family, with funnel-shaped, purplish flowers having orange stigmas
noun: a crocus, Crocus sativus, having showy purple flowers

saffron in British English
noun: an Old World crocus, Crocus sativus, having purple or white flowers with orange stigmas

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