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daylily.

Any of several perennial plants, of the genus Hemerocallis, that have fleshy roots, grasslike leaves and colourful flowers that bloom for just one day.

7 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈdeɪˌlɪli/
  1. Any of several perennial plants, of the genus Hemerocallis, that have fleshy roots, grasslike leaves and colourful flowers that bloom for just one day.

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From day + lily.

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