green adder's mouth

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Noun green adder's mouth has 1 sense

green adder's mouth, Malaxis-unifolia, Malaxis ophioglossoides - North American orchid having a solitary leaf and flowers with threadlike petals
--₁ is a kind of orchid, orchidaceous plant
--₁ is a member of Malaxis, genus Malaxis

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Green Adder's Mouth

Description:

The term "Green Adder's Mouth" refers to a flowering plant scientifically known as Malaxis unifolia. It is a native species of orchid found in various regions around the world. The plant gets its peculiar name from the resemblance of its small green flowers to a snake's mouth.

Senses:

Sense 1 [Noun]:

A type of orchid plant with small green flowers resembling a snake's mouth.

Example sentence: The hiker was thrilled to discover a rare specimen of green adder's mouth in the deep woods.

Sense 2 [Noun]:

A local or popular name for a plant, animal, or object that possesses green and slightly elongated properties reminiscent of an adder's mouth.

Example sentence: The locals believed that the peculiar green-shaped rock in the river resembled a green adder's mouth, resulting in its interesting name.

Sense 3 [Expression]:

A metaphorical expression to describe a person with deceptive or treacherous intentions and actions, masked by an outwardly innocent appearance.

Example sentence: Do not be fooled by her friendly smile, for she possesses a green adder's mouth.