Tulip (noun)

1. A bulbous plant of the lily family, native to Asia and widely cultivated for its brightly colored flowers.
2. The flower of this plant, typically having a cup-shaped base and a tall stem bearing one or more flowers.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french tulipe or modern latin tulipa, from turkish tülbent, from persian dulband "turban" (because of the shape of the flower).

Examples:

1. The tulips in the garden were in full bloom.
2. She picked a tulip from the flowerbed to give to her mother.
3. The tulip is the national flower of the Netherlands.
4. The tulip festival is held in the spring.
5. The tulip is a symbol of love and perfect lover.