Synonyms

green dragon

American

noun

dragon8

green dragon British

noun

Also called: dragonroot. a North American aroid plant, Arisaema dracontium, with a long slender spadix projecting from a green or white long narrow spathe

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Etymology

Origin of green dragon

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20

Example Sentences

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A bit deeper in, a bright green dragon mask lay on the floor in two separate pieces, split by the otherwise completely useless sword.

From Literature

One book end to the horse-and-bull centerpieces is a three-piece project, a “monster” green dragon whose head doubles as a barbecue pit.

From Washington Times

“Jenny was drawing a red and green dragon and I thought it was cool,” explains Walton, whose father works as a local ornithologist.

From New York Times

They got to the route at about 3 a.m. to look at the floats lining the streets, and Cara fell in love with a float featuring a big, green dragon.

From Los Angeles Times

He deflated a green dragon balloon and gave the rubber to the military, Macy’s recounted on its website; the company eventually donated 650 pounds of balloon rubber.

From New York Times

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