Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

asphodel

Noun

/ˈas.fə.dɛl/

Definition

A type of flowering plant, often associated with the ancient Greeks and commonly found in dry, rocky soils.

Examples

In ancient Greek mythology, asphodel was thought to grow in the fields of the dead.
The garden was filled with blooming asphodels, their white flowers swaying in the breeze.

Meaning

Asphodel refers to a plant from the genus Asphodelus, known for its tall flowering spikes and has historical significance in literature and mythology.