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saffron crocus

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A crocus, specifically Crocus sativus, which bears bright red stigmas in its flowers that are the source of saffron).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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noun

Meaning 2

Old World crocus having purple or white flowers with aromatic pungent orange stigmas used in flavoring food

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: saffron, Crocus sativus

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: crocus

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