Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cinquefoil
noun
/ˈsɪŋkfoɪl/
Definition
A plant with five-lobed leaves or a flower that is characterized by five petals.
Examples
- The gardener planted bright yellow cinquefoils in the flowerbed.
- During the hike, we spotted a lovely patch of cinquefoil blooming along the trail.
- Cinquefoil is often used in traditional herbal medicine for its potential health benefits.
Meaning
Cinquefoil refers to various plants belonging to the genus Potentilla, often recognized for their five-petaled flowers and distinctive leaves.
Synonyms
- Five-finger
- Five-leaf
- Potentilla
