01 n. The iris. See Flower-de-luce.
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Fleurs-de-lis ((#))
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A conventional flower suggested by the iris, and having a form which fits it for the terminal decoration of a scepter, the ornaments of a crown, etc. It is also a heraldic bearing, and is identified with the royal arms and adornments of France.