1. a butterfly with orange, brown, or reddish wings marked with black spots or lines
Usage: common in temperate regions
2. a plant of the lily family with bell-shaped flowers, typically checkered or spotted
Usage: genus Fritillaria

Examples

• The fritillary butterfly landed on the wildflower.
• She photographed a great spangled fritillary in the meadow.
• The garden featured fritillary bulbs that bloomed in spring.
• Fritillaries are popular among butterfly enthusiasts.
• The checkered fritillary flower has a distinctive pattern.
• Many fritillary species are found in North America.