dandelion

Meanings

• common noun

  A common name for various plants in the genus Taraxacum, particularly T. officinale, having a hollow stem, lobed leaves, and a caplike seed head.

  - "The dandelion is a common weed in many parts of the world."
  - "Children love to make wishes on the seeds of a dandelion."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈdæn.dəˌlaɪ.ən/
   
   
   
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3. /ˈdæn.dəˌlaɪ.ən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dandelion
helion , melon , lion , monoton , ponilon , tonic , wilon

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Variants

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dandelion , dandelions

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Etymology

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From the French word dent de lion, meaning 'lion's tooth', due to the rough edges of the plant's leaves.

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Trivia

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1. Dandelions are native to Europe and Asia, but are now found throughout the world.

2. The milky sap of the dandelion plant can be used as a natural dye.

3. The seeds of a dandelion can travel up to 5 miles on the wind.

4. Dandelions are rich in vitamins A, C, and K.

5. The term 'dandelion' is sometimes used metaphorically to describe something that was once prized but has become common or unwanted.

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Related Concepts

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1. Taraxacum: The genus of plants to which dandelions belong.

2. Dandelion greens: The edible leaves of the dandelion plant, which are rich in nutrients and can be used in salads or cooked dishes.

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Culture

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In folklore, dandelions have been considered a symbol of hope and new beginnings, as they are among the first flowers to appear in the spring. They have been used in various forms of art, literature, and music.

How to Memorize "dandelion"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape and structure of the dandelion plant, focusing on its hollow stem, lobed leaves, and caplike seed head.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dandelion' with the image of a yellow flower with a white cap and seeds that blow in the wind.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Daffodils And Dandelions Frequently Occur Near Ditches' to remember the words 'dandelion' and 'daffodil'.

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