pun. 1. the humorous use of a word or phrase so as to emphasize or suggest its different meanings or applications, or the use of words that are alike or nearly alike in sound but different in meaning; a play on words.
Hummingbird Flower (Bouvardia ternifolia). A never-ending display of brilliant saffron orange is brought forth to any sunny window or conservatory by this free-branching, upright grower.Clusters of these eye-catching blooms appear on the growing tips. Best of all, after a hard pruning, they quickly come back into flower.ummingbird Flower (Bouvardia ternifolia). A never-ending display of brilliant saffron orange is brought forth to any sunny window or conservatory by this free-branching, upright grower.
Etymology & Historical Origin-Dahlia. The Dahlia is the national flower of Mexico. It was named after a Swedish botanist named Andres Dahl. Incidentally, the Swedish word âdalâ means âvalleyâ and the Dahlia is often referred to as the âvalley flowerâ.Prized for its beauty, the Dahlia typically symbolizes elegance and dignity.ncidentally, the Swedish word âdalâ means âvalleyâ and the Dahlia is often referred to as the âvalley flowerâ. Prized for its beauty, the Dahlia typically symbolizes elegance and dignity.