moonflower

/ˈmunˌflaʊ-ər/
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Other forms: moonflowers

Definitions of moonflower
  1. noun
    pantropical climber having white fragrant nocturnal flowers
    synonyms: Ipomoea alba, belle de nuit
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    type of:
    morning glory
    any of various twining vines having funnel-shaped flowers that close late in the day
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