Crocus

/ˈkrəʊ.kəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A genus of flowering plants in the iris family, typically having cup-shaped flowers, which are among the first to bloom in spring.

The garden was brightened by the purple crocuses that were blooming in the early spring.

A bulbous plant that produces flowers in various colors, often used in ornamental gardens.

She planted a variety of crocuses in her flower beds to enjoy their vibrant colors as the weather warmed up.

A source of saffron, derived from the stigma of Crocus sativus.

The chef used the finest crocus to flavor his signature dish with saffron.

From Latin 'crocus', from Greek 'krokos'.

blooming crocus

Refers to the flowering stage of crocus plants, often used to signify the start of spring.

crocus sativus

The specific species of crocus from which saffron is derived.

saffron

A spice derived from the stigmas of Crocus sativus, used for flavoring and coloring.

bulb

A rounded underground storage organ of a plant, which includes the corms from which crocuses grow.