Clover

/ˈkloʊ.vɚ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A plant of the genus Trifolium, typically having three-lobed leaves and small spherical flowers, often found in meadows and used as fodder.

The field was covered in a beautiful blanket of clover, attracting bees and butterflies.

A common symbol of luck, especially a four-leaf clover, which is considered to bring good fortune.

She found a four-leaf clover and was excited about the good luck it might bring.

Middle English clovere, from Old English clāfre (later clāfre), from Proto-Germanic *klabō.

four-leaf clover

A rare variation of clover believed to bring good luck.

clover field

An area covered with clover plants, often used as pasture.

shamrock

A type of clover associated with Ireland.

legume

A plant in the family of clovers that produces pods.

To make a risky bet, inspired by the luck associated with clover.

I decided to clover it and bet all my chips on the last hand.