plural peonies
1
: any of a genus (Paeonia of the family Paeoniaceae) of chiefly Eurasian plants with large often double flowers
2
: the flower of a peony
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Expired Milk Powdery mildew can make a mess of garden plants, like peonies, mint, bee balm, and squash.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
Set among bluebells, peonies, lilacs and more, the Mother’s Day Celebration at Yellow Magnolia Café will have a three-course prix fixe meal available both Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, priced at $72 per adult and $23 per child younger than 12.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 7 May 2025
It’s also infused with antioxidant-rich Japanese white peony to give dry hair a boost in hydration.
—Victoria Moorhouse, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Shades: 32 Finish: Matte Type: Cream Key ingredients: Red peony extract, jojoba
Staying power: 16 hours
Ease of application: After applying directly to lips, allow three minutes for the color to set.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
Set among bluebells, peonies, lilacs and more, the Mother’s Day Celebration at Yellow Magnolia Café will have a three-course prix fixe meal available both Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, priced at $72 per adult and $23 per child younger than 12.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 7 May 2025
It’s also infused with antioxidant-rich Japanese white peony to give dry hair a boost in hydration.
—Victoria Moorhouse, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Shades: 32 Finish: Matte Type: Cream Key ingredients: Red peony extract, jojoba
Staying power: 16 hours
Ease of application: After applying directly to lips, allow three minutes for the color to set.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025
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“Peony.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peony. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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peony
noun
pe·o·ny
ˈpē-ə-nē 
plural peonies
: any of a genus of plants that are widely grown for their large red, pink, or white flowers
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