English dictionary
calendula
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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any of numerous chiefly annual herbs of the genus Calendula widely cultivated for their yellow or orange flowers; often used for medicinal and culinary purposes
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A genus of composite herbaceous plants. One species, <i>Calendula officinalis</i>, is the common marigold, and was supposed to blossom on the calends of every month, whence the name.
Source: webster1913