gladiolus
Произношение: [ˌɡlædiˈoʊləs]
Слово
Контекст: «botany»
(noun) a type of flower that has tall spikes with many flowers along the stem. Gladiolus flowers are colorful and often used in gardens and bouquets.
Пример
The garden was beautiful, especially with the bright gladiolus blooming.
Пример
Despite trying to grow gladiolus, the soil was not suitable for them.
Пример
Have you seen the gladiolus in the flower shop?
Контекст: «historical»
(noun) a term from ancient Rome that refers to a sword used by gladiators. Gladiators fought with these swords in arenas as part of entertainment.
Пример
The historical museum had a display about gladiolus and the gladiators who wielded them.
Пример
Unlike the roman gladiators, modern athletes don't use gladiolus in their sports.
Пример
What type of weapon was known as a gladiolus in ancient Rome?
0s0s