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lavender cotton

American  

noun

  1. a silvery-gray, evergreen, woody composite plant, Santolina chamaecyparissus, of southern Europe, having yellow flower heads.

Etymology

Origin of lavender cotton

First recorded in 1520–30

Example Sentences

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A lavender cotton dress with a ruffled hem has a hood made from a draping technique from his native Finland for a traditional touch.

From Washington Times

Millie is a lavender cotton ball in her matching sweat suit, socks, and headband.

From Literature

This was accompanied by an infinitesimal prayer book, and a pair of lavender cotton gloves.

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