Definition of "dianthus" [dianthus]

• A plant of the genus Dianthus, which includes carnations and pinks. (noun)

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• "In fact, the name dianthus, coined by Greek botanist Theophrastus, is derived from the Greek words dios (divine) and anthos (flower)."
• "The dianthus is a difficult flower to shoot clearly."
• "I love your dianthus, that is one small plant that grows well in my garden in spring, winter and autumn."