Definition of Acanthus
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(n.) A genus of herbaceous prickly plants, found in the south of Europe, Asia Minor, and India; bear's-breech.
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(n.) An ornament resembling the foliage or leaves of the acanthus (Acanthus spinosus); -- used in the capitals of the Corinthian and Composite orders.
Synonyms of Acanthus
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Antonyms of Acanthus
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Homophones of Acanthus
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