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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun Any of numerous, usually twining vines of the genus Ipomoea and other genera of the family Convolvulaceae, having trumpet-shaped, variously colored flowers that typically are open for only a day.
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- noun Several members of the
Convolvulaceae family ;climbing plants withtrumpet shapedflowers . - noun informal An
erection present on waking. - noun A rolling cloud in the shape of a cylinder.
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whichbe commented on the word morning glory
Also known as Morninglory, former 60s radical turned acid-casualty, a former communist and activist, Morning Glory eventually took up a quiet life as a gardener with a special expertise in belladonna and datura.
August 9, 2008
reesetee commented on the word morning glory
For a fascinating cloud formation, see here--with thanks to bilby.
September 14, 2009
bilby commented on the word morning glory
Another photo, which shows the phenomenon very clearly.
September 27, 2009
reesetee commented on the word morning glory
Amazing.
October 1, 2009
hernesheir commented on the word morning glory
A strain of medical marijuana.
January 15, 2010