babies'-breath

noun

Meaning

A plant with small, cloud-like white or pink flowers frequently used as a filler in floral arrangements.

Examples

She chose a simple bouquet of red roses accented with sprigs of babies'-breath.
The wedding centerpieces featured lilies surrounded by delicate clouds of babies'-breath.

Synonyms: gypsophila

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babies'-breath

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪbiz brɛθ/

Definition

A plant with small, cloud-like white or pink flowers frequently used as a filler in floral arrangements.

Examples

She chose a simple bouquet of red roses accented with sprigs of babies'-breath.
The wedding centerpieces featured lilies surrounded by delicate clouds of babies'-breath.
Because babies'-breath is so inexpensive and long-lasting, it remains a staple for professional florists.

Synonyms of babies'-breath

Words with a similar meaning to babies'-breath:

gypsophila

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