noun
A flowering plant native to Tanzania and southeastern Kenya, known for its small, delicate purple flowers.
adjective
Describing the plant as being of African origin and having violet-colored flowers.
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The african violet is a popular houseplant known for its vibrant purple flowers.
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I love how pretty african violets look on the windowsill.
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My grandma has a bunch of those purple african violets in her garden.
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Her voice was as delicate and beautiful as an african violet.