gentianella
- any of various gentianaceous plants, esp the alpine species Gentiana acaulis, which has showy blue flowers
- any of several related plants of the genus Gentianella
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Word Origin
C17: from New Latin, literally: a little gentian
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"There was a prince on the other side," confessed the Princess Gentianella.
The Other Side of the SunEvelyn Sharp
That was how the Princess Gentianella was left alone in the most beautiful garden on this side of the sun.
The Other Side of the SunEvelyn Sharp
Princess Gentianella gathered up her train with much dignity and turned her back on the Prince.
The Other Side of the SunEvelyn Sharp
All the laughter died out of Princess Gentianella's face, and she looked up at the wymp in a very woe-begone manner indeed.
The Other Side of the SunEvelyn Sharp
"I am going to find the Witch's daughter," answered Princess Gentianella, looking back impatiently.
The Other Side of the SunEvelyn Sharp