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Synonyms & Similar Words
sunflower
daffodil
daisy
tulip
lily
rose
violet
poppy
zinnia
gerbera
calendula
nasturtium
petunia
snapdragon
pansy
orchid
carnation
chrysanthemum
jasmine
hibiscus
begonia
geranium
primrose
hyacinth
crocus
iris
gladiolus
peony
heliotrope
morning glory
honeysuckle
lilac
gardenia
camellia
azalea
rhododendron
Meaning of Marigold
The primary meaning of the word "Marigold" is a plant with bright yellow or orange flowers.
Definitions
- A plant of the daisy family, with bright yellow or orange flowers and strong, pungent leaves.
- Used in herbal medicine, the flowers and leaves of the marigold plant are used to make infusions, ointments, and tinctures.
- The marigold is also used as a dye plant and as an ingredient in cosmetics.
Etymology of Marigold
The word "Marigold" has its roots in the Old English words "meregrot" or "merigold", which referred to the marsh marigold (Caltha palustris).
The modern English word "Marigold" is derived from the Middle English "marygolde", which was used to describe the pot marigold (Calendula officinalis).
The name "Marigold" is thought to have been given to the plant because of its association with the Virgin Mary, with "mary" being an old name for the plant and "gold" referring to its bright yellow flowers.
Example Uses
- The garden was filled with marigolds, their bright yellow and orange flowers swaying in the breeze.
- Marigold petals can be used to make a natural dye for fabric and paper.
- The marigold plant has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, with its flowers and leaves being used to treat a range of ailments.