Cowslip (Noun)
Meaning 1
Early spring flower common in British isles having fragrant yellow or sometimes purple flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Swamp plant of Europe and North America having bright yellow flowers resembling buttercups.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cowslip is a perennial plant that thrives in damp environments and is often found in marshy areas and along riverbanks.
- In the spring, the cowslip blooms with bright yellow flowers that resemble buttercups, adding a splash of color to the landscape.
- The cowslip is a common sight in European wetlands, where its delicate yellow petals sway gently in the breeze.
- In North America, the cowslip is often found growing in swampy areas and along the edges of ponds and lakes.
- The cowslip's bright yellow flowers are a welcome sight in early spring, when many other plants are still dormant.