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matrimony vine

noun

  1. any plant belonging to the genus Lycium, of the nightshade family, species of which are cultivated for their foliage, flowers, and berries.


matrimony vine

noun

  1. any of various shrubs of the solanaceous genus Lycium, cultivated for their purple flowers and colourful berries Also calledboxthorn
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of matrimony vine1

First recorded in 1810–20
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Example Sentences

The familiar Matrimony Vine of old-fashioned gardens belongs to this genus.

This Matrimony vine is one of the many creeping, climbing things that have wandered away from houses.

To me, the Matrimony vine is ever a plant of interest, and it may be very beautiful, if cared for.

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