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corydalis definition

co·ryda·lis (kō rid′'l is, kə-)

noun

any of a genus (Corydalis) of plants of the fumitory family, with spurred yellow, rose, blue, or purple flowers

Etymology: ModL < Gr korydallis, crested lark < korys, helmet < IE *ereu- < base er-, horn

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