Daisy

/ˈdeɪ.zi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A common flowering plant of the genus Bellis, characterized by its white ray flowers and yellow disc florets.

The children picked a bunch of daisies to decorate their classroom.

An important symbol of innocence and purity, often found in literature and art.

In the poem, the daisy represents the speaker's lost innocence.

A type of simple composite flower with a central disk and surrounding ray flowers.

She planted daisies in her garden because they bloom beautifully in the spring.

From Old English 'dægesege', meaning 'day's eye', referring to the way the flower opens at sunrise.

daisy chain

A chain of connected daisies, used figuratively to refer to a series of linked ideas or events.

picking daisies

To daydream or be distracted.

daisy fresh

Something that is very fresh and new.

daisies

Plural form of daisy.

daisy-like

Resembling a daisy.

dayflower

A flower that blooms during the day.

A term used to describe someone or something sweet or cute.

She's such a daisy, always brightening the room.

In pop culture, can refer to something exceptional or delightful.

That new track is a total daisy!