house plant

/HH AW1 S P L AE0 N T/

noun

1
A plant that is grown indoors in places such as a house or office for decorative purposes.
“Herbert thought that adding some houseplants would brighten up his desk.”
2
A variety of plant that is especially suited to such cultivation, or that is frequently grown in such settings.
“"I always thought a begonia was a houseplant!" exclaimed Sue, staring at the towering tropical specimen.”

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