Meaning & use
fleur-de-lis
A stylized image of a lily or iris with three petals, traditionally used as a symbol of French royalty.
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The fleur-de-lis appears on the flag of Quebec and in many French coats of arms.
New Orleans uses the fleur-de-lis as a civic emblem, reflecting its French colonial history.
A note on using this word
The fleur-de-lis is a heraldic symbol rather than an actual flower; it appears widely in flags, crests, and decorative art.
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