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Noun: arethusa  ,a-ru'thoo-zu
  1. Any of several bog orchids of the genus Arethusa having 1 or 2 showy flowers

Derived forms: arethusas

Type of: orchid, orchidaceous plant

Part of: genus Arethusa

Encyclopedia: Arethusa