plural peonies
1
: any of a genus (Paeonia of the family Paeoniaceae) of chiefly Eurasian plants with large often double flowers
2
: the flower of a peony
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Meanwhile, bamboo stem extract controls oil production and Chinese peony diminishes the look of large pores.
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The peony adds a soft, romantic touch to Palatine’s violet.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 20 Sep. 2024
In the living room, de Gournay’s St. Laurent paper, festooned with peacocks, peonies, and camellias, provides a lush background.
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Online sources make spring flowers, such as these red peonies, available year-round.
—Sandra S. Soria, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 24 Sep. 2024
The peony adds a soft, romantic touch to Palatine’s violet.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 20 Sep. 2024
In the living room, de Gournay’s St. Laurent paper, festooned with peacocks, peonies, and camellias, provides a lush background.
—Jackie Cooperman, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2024
Online sources make spring flowers, such as these red peonies, available year-round.
—Sandra S. Soria, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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peony
noun
pe·o·ny
ˈpē-ə-nē 
plural peonies
: any of a genus of plants that are widely grown for their large red, pink, or white flowers
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