AMAZON LILY Meaning and
Definition
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Amazon Lily is a term referring to both a specific flower and a fictional island. As a flower, the Amazon Lily (Eucharis amazonica) belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family and is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly the Amazon basin. This perennial plant features broad, glossy leaves and produces beautiful, fragrant white flowers with a yellow center. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant for its aesthetic appeal.
The term "Amazon Lily" is also associated with the fictional island in the popular manga and anime series "One Piece." In the story, the Amazon Lily is an isolated and secretive island inhabited entirely by women known as "Kuja." These women are skilled warriors who possess immense physical strength and agility. The island is governed by their leader, the "Snake Princess," Boa Hancock. It is surrounded by the Calm Belt, a treacherous sea route filled with giant sea creatures, making the island nearly impossible to access. The Amazon Lily represents a matriarchal society where men are forbidden, and outsiders who stumble upon the island face severe consequences. This concept of the fictional Amazon Lily has become noteworthy within popular culture due to its portrayal of an all-female society and the unique characteristics of its inhabitants.
Common Misspellings for AMAZON LILY
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Etymology of AMAZON LILY
The term "Amazon lily" is a compound word comprising the noun "Amazon" and the noun "lily".The word "Amazon" originates from Greek mythology. According to the ancient Greeks, the Amazons were a tribe of fierce and powerful warrior women who lived in a region around the Black Sea. The etymology of the term "Amazon" is uncertain, but it is believed to come from the Greek words "a-" (meaning "without") and "mazos" (meaning "breast"). This is due to various mythical stories suggesting that the Amazons would remove or burn one of their breasts to enhance their archery skills.
The word "lily" comes from the Old English word "lilie" or "lilie", which was borrowed from the Latin "lilium". The Latin term, in turn, is believed to be derived from the Greek word "leirion".
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