Celosia: meaning, definitions and examples

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celosia

[ sɛˈloʊʒə ]

Noun

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flowering plant

Celosia is a genus of edible and ornamental plants in the amaranth family. They are characterized by their vibrant, colorful flowers that resemble a flame or a rooster's comb. Celosia plants are commonly grown in gardens for their striking appearance.

Synonyms

cockscomb, woolflower.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
celosia	This term is often used in a botanical or horticultural context, usually when discussing the plant species in a formal or scientific manner. The garden featured several species of celosia, each with vibrant colors. Celosia is known for its striking, flame-like flower heads.
cockscomb	This word is commonly used in everyday language, especially when describing the plant's appearance to someone in a casual conversation. The cockscomb flower in the garden really stands out with its bright red color. She planted cockscomb in her backyard because she loves their unique shape.
woolflower	This term is often used in informal contexts, especially when highlighting the soft, woolly texture of the plant. The woolflower's soft texture makes it a favorite for many floral arrangements. Kids love touching the woolflower because it feels like wool.

Word

Description / Examples

celosia

This term is often used in a botanical or horticultural context, usually when discussing the plant species in a formal or scientific manner.

The garden featured several species of celosia, each with vibrant colors.
Celosia is known for its striking, flame-like flower heads.

cockscomb

This word is commonly used in everyday language, especially when describing the plant's appearance to someone in a casual conversation.

The cockscomb flower in the garden really stands out with its bright red color.
She planted cockscomb in her backyard because she loves their unique shape.

woolflower

This term is often used in informal contexts, especially when highlighting the soft, woolly texture of the plant.

The woolflower's soft texture makes it a favorite for many floral arrangements.
Kids love touching the woolflower because it feels like wool.

Examples of usage

The celosia flowers in my garden are bright red and look like flames.
I love the unique shape of celosia blooms.

Translations

Translations of the word "celosia" in other languages:

🇵🇹 celosia

🇮🇳 सेलोसिया

🇩🇪 Celosia

🇮🇩 celosia

🇺🇦 целоція

🇵🇱 celosia

🇯🇵 セロシア

🇫🇷 célosie

🇪🇸 celosia

🇹🇷 celosia

🇰🇷 셀로시아

🇸🇦 سيلوسيا

🇨🇿 celosia

🇸🇰 celosia

🇨🇳 鸡冠花 (jīguānhuā)

🇸🇮 celosia

🇮🇸 celosia

🇰🇿 целоция

🇬🇪 ცელოსია

🇦🇿 celosia

🇲🇽 celosia

Etymology

The word Celosia comes from the Greek word 'keleos', which means burning. This is a reference to the flame-like appearance of the flowers. Celosia plants have been cultivated for centuries for their beauty and are commonly used in ornamental gardens around the world.