Meaning & Definition of word "Timothy"
Timothy
/ˈtɪməθi/
noun:
- 1. A type of grass (Phleum pretense) that is commonly used as hay or pasture for livestock.
- Example: The farmer decided to plant timothy in the fields to provide high-quality forage for his horses.
- 2. A common name for a male given name, derived from the Greek name Timotheos, meaning 'honoring God'.
- Example: Timothy is my best friend, and we grew up together in the same neighborhood.
Etymology
●Named after Timothy Hanson, an early 18th-century farmer who promoted its use.
Common Phrases and Expressions
timothy hay:
A type of hay made from the dried timothy grass, often used as animal feed.
timothy season:
Referring to the period when timothy grass is harvested.
Related Words
hay:
Dried grass or other plants used as animal fodder.
forage:
Plants that are grown for livestock feed.