Cow Lily (Noun)
Meaning
Common water lily of eastern and central North America, having broad leaves and globe-shaped yellow flowers; in sluggish fresh or slightly brackish water.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cow lily is a common sight in the slow-moving streams of eastern North America.
- In the warm summer months, the cow lily blooms with vibrant yellow flowers that attract various pollinators.
- The broad leaves of the cow lily provide shelter for fish and other aquatic animals in the pond.
- The cow lily grows well in slightly brackish water with a mix of sand and mud at the bottom.
- The globe-shaped flowers of the cow lily are a popular subject for nature photographers in the region.