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‖Fleur-de-lis , n.; pl. Fleurs-de-lis . [F., flower of the lily. Cf. Flower-de-luce, Lily.]
- (Bot.) The iris. See Flower-de-luce.1913 Webster
- A conventional flower suggested by the iris, and having a form which fits it for the terminal decoration of a scepter, the ornaments of a crown, etc. It is also a heraldic bearing, and is identified with the royal arms and adornments of France.1913 Webster
- (Bot.) The iris. See Flower-de-luce.