delˈfinēəm noun
Etymology: New Latin, from Greek delphinion larkspur, diminutive of delphin-, delphis dolphin; from the shape of the nectary — more at dolphin
1. capitalized : a large genus of chiefly perennial erect branching herbs (family Ranunculaceae) that are widely distributed in temperate parts of the northern hemisphere, have palmately divided leaves and irregular flowers in showy spikes, and include several containing extremely poisonous substances
2. plural delphiniums -mz also delphin·ia -nēə : any plant of the genus Delphinium ; especially : a cultivated perennial plant of this genus — compare larkspur
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