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10 Language-to-English DictionariesMuhly
/ˈmʌhli/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Any of several species of grasses belonging to the genus Muhlenbergia, commonly found in North America.
"The muhly grass swayed gently in the autumn breeze, creating a beautiful golden landscape." - 2
A type of ornamental grass known for its feathery flower heads and drought resistance.
"Gardeners often choose muhly for its low maintenance and stunning fall color."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'muhly' originates from the genus name 'Muhlenbergia', which was named in honor of the German botanist Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg in the 18th century. The name reflects the plant's classification within the Poaceae family and its significance in North American grassland ecosystems.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Muhly" is said worldwide
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Muhly
Transliteration: Muhly
"Le muhly est une plante ornementale populaire dans les jardins."
Muhly
Transliteration: Muhly
"Muhly-Gras ist bekannt für seine Widerstandsfähigkeit gegen Trockenheit."
Muhly
Transliteration: Muhly
"Il muhly è una pianta che richiede poca manutenzione."
Muhly
Transliteration: Muhly
"El muhly es apreciado por su belleza en los jardines."
Muhly
Transliteration: Muhly
"O muhly é uma planta ornamental popular."
मुहली
Transliteration: Muhli
"मुहली एक लोकप्रिय सजावटी पौधा है।"
穆伦伯吉草
Transliteration: Mùlúnbó jí cǎo
"穆伦伯吉草在花园中很受欢迎。"
무흘리
Transliteration: Muhulri
"무흘리는 정원에서 인기가 많습니다."
ムーレンベルギア
Transliteration: Mūrenberugia
"ムーレンベルギアは庭で人気のある植物です。"
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