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florid
flor·id [ fláwrid ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of ruddy complexion: having an unhealthily glowing pink or red complexion
2. ornate in wording and style: ornate and overly complicated in wording and general style
[Mid-17th century. Via French< Latin floridus "flowery" < flor- "flower"]

flo·rid·i·ty [ flə ríddətee ] noun
flor·id·ly [ fláwridlee ] adverb
flor·id·ness [ fláwridnəss ] noun
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