1. Plural of chionodoxa; small spring-flowering bulbous plants of the lily family, native to the Mediterranean and western Asia, with blue, pink, or white star-shaped flowers.
Usage: Botanical term; Often used in gardening and horticulture contexts

Examples

• The gardener planted chionodoxas in the rock garden for early spring color.
• Chionodoxas are popular choices for naturalizing in lawns and woodland areas.
• These delicate chionodoxas bloom in shades of blue and white.
• Many gardeners prefer chionodoxas because they multiply readily year after year.
• The chionodoxas emerged through the melting snow in March.