marigold

Meanings

• noun

  A brightly colored, often orange or yellow, flowering plant belonging to the daisy family.

  - "The garden was filled with the vibrant colors of marigolds."
  - "Marigolds are commonly used in Mexican Day of the Dead celebrations."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmæɹ.ɪˌɡoʊld/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=37626884"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with marigold
doldrums , golden , molded , olden , scolded

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Variants

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marigold , marigolds , bur marigold , bur marigolds , cowslip , kingcup , marsh marigold , marsh marigolds , pot marigold , pot marigolds

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Etymology

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The name marigold comes from the Old English word 'Mary gold,' which refers to the Virgin Mary and the golden color of the flowers.

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Trivia

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1. Marigolds are native to Mexico and Central America.

2. Marigolds are often used in cooking, particularly in Mexican cuisine.

3. Marigolds are also known as 'pot marigolds' when grown for their edible leaves and 'garden marigolds' when grown for their flowers.

4. Marigolds contain a compound called thiophenes, which is believed to deter certain insects.

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Related Concepts

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1. Daisy family: Marigolds belong to the Asteraceae or daisy family, which is the largest flowering plant family in the world.

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Culture

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Marigolds have been used for centuries for their bright colors and pleasant fragrance. They are often used in religious and cultural celebrations, such as the Mexican Day of the Dead and Hindu festivals. Marigolds are also believed to have insect-repelling properties and are used in gardening to deter pests.

How to Memorize "marigold"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bright orange or yellow flower with a distinct fragrance. Imagine the vibrant colors in a garden setting.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'marigold' with the Virgin Mary and the color gold. Think of the bright, sunny colors of the flowers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'M-A-R-I-G-O-L' to remember the word: 'M' for Mary, 'A' for gold, 'R' for red (as in the red center of the flower), 'I' for interesting, 'G' for garden, 'O' for orange, and 'L' for lovely.

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