Dandelion

/ˈdæn.dɪ.laɪ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A common yellow-flowered plant of the genus Taraxacum, characterized by its toothed leaves and fluffy seed heads.

The dandelion is often considered a weed, but it's also a sign of spring.

The flower of the dandelion plant, which can be used in salads and herbal remedies.

She added fresh dandelion flowers to her salad for a touch of color and flavor.

The seed head of the dandelion, often blown to disperse the seeds.

Children love to blow the dandelion seeds into the wind and make wishes.

Derived from the French 'dent de lion', meaning 'lion's tooth', referring to the spiky leaves.

make a wish on a dandelion

To blow the seeds of a dandelion and make a wish.

dandelion wine

A wine made from dandelion flowers, often sweet and floral.

weed

A plant considered undesirable in a particular context.

herb

A plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.

A term for something that is common or ubiquitous.

His reputation became a dandelion, popping up everywhere.

Refers to something that is easily spread.

Rumors can be like dandelions, they just scatter and take root.