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Synonyms & Similar Words
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blowball
lion's tooth
puffball
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chicory
thistle
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scorzonera
daisy
buttercup
clover
plantain
hawkweed
hawkbit
cat's ear
goldenrod
tansy
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coltsfoot
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Meaning of Dandelion
The primary meaning of the word "dandelion" refers to a common weed with a yellow flower that produces seeds with a feathery attachment.
Definitions
- A perennial plant with a rosette of leaves and a tall stem bearing a yellow flower head, which produces seeds with a feathery attachment.
- The plant is native to Europe and Asia but has been introduced to many other parts of the world.
Etymology of Dandelion
The word "dandelion" has its roots in the French phrase "dent de lion," meaning "lion's tooth," which refers to the plant's jagged leaves.
The name is thought to have been given due to the shape of the leaves, which resemble the teeth of a lion.
The plant has been known and used for centuries, with references to it found in medieval texts and herbals.
Example Uses
- The lawn was covered in dandelions, their bright yellow flowers swaying gently in the breeze.
- She made a wish and blew on the dandelion, watching as the seeds dispersed into the air.
- The chef used dandelion greens in the salad, appreciating their slightly bitter flavor.