Definitions

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  • proper noun A taxonomic genus within the family Apocynaceae — the frangipanis.

Etymologies

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From the name of French botanist Charles Plumier.

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Examples

  • Plumeria is a super popular fragrance during summer months at BB - probably because we're all longing for some sun and Hawaii!

    Otion Soapy Creations Anne-Marie 2007

  • Rising up from an eggshell-white, ceramic candle holder, the "Plumeria"

    ===>> SuccessPart2.Com justnet 2010

  • "Plumeria" Floral-Scented Candle with Ceramic Candle Holder (Set of 4)

    ===>> SuccessPart2.Com justnet 2010

  • Hi Kristin, I noticed that in the picture of Braze (love his name) there is a potted plant with blue flowers, is that Plumeria like I was able to grow in Florida?

    avant-propos - French Word-A-Day 2010

  • Some were Maui residents—Laulima Quilters or long-time customers of Plumeria Quilts—while others were flying in from all corners of the world, quilting friends Claire had met in her travels while Eric was in the service.

    The Aloha Quilt Jennifer Chiaverini 2010

  • First she created a border lei to complement the center, then browsed through the aisles of Plumeria Quilts admiring the rainbow of bolts, selecting a few of the prettiest and setting them aside on the cutting table to unroll, inspect, and compare.

    The Aloha Quilt Jennifer Chiaverini 2010

  • The LE'A scent, my favorite of the line, was inspired by the Plumeria flower.

    Pandora Young: Smell Like the Tropical Vacation You're Not Taking 2010

  • I colored the hibiscus with yellow mica and used rose pearl and red micas for the plumeria for a deep pink color, then scented each with Tropical Vacation and Plumeria FOs.

    I've Made Better... Anne-Marie 2008

  • The LE'A scent, my favorite of the line, was inspired by the Plumeria flower.

    Pandora Young: Smell Like the Tropical Vacation You're Not Taking 2010

  • Kawena discovered in the middle of a workshop that she had inadvertently omitted a particular color of fabric from the supply list she had distributed to her students in advance, but Claire ran across the street to Plumeria Quilts and soon returned carrying a bolt with enough yardage for everyone.

    The Aloha Quilt Jennifer Chiaverini 2010

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