Definition of "orris"
- noun
Any of several irises that have a fragrant root, especially Iris germanica (variety florentina).
The fragrant root of such an iris; the orris root.
A type of gold or silver lace.
A pattern in which gold lace or silver lace is worked, especially one in which the edges are ornamented with conical figures placed at equal distances, with spots between them.
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