Peony (noun)

1. A shrub of the genus Paeonia, native to Asia and southern Europe, having large, usually fragrant, cup- or bowl-shaped flowers in a range of colours.
2. The flower of this plant.

Origin:

Late middle english: via old french from latin paeonia, from greek paionia, denoting a medicinal plant, later a flower.

Examples:

1. A beautiful peony bloomed in the garden.
2. She wore a peony in her hair for the wedding.
3. The peony bushes in my grandmother's garden were always stunning.
4. I picked a few peonies for the kitchen table.
5. The peony is considered to be a symbol of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune.