Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gowan
noun
/ˈɡaʊ.ən/
Definition
A term used primarily in Scotland and Northern England, referring to the common daisy or wildflower.
Examples
- The meadow was filled with bright gowan blooms swaying in the gentle breeze.
- As a child, I would often pick gowans and weave them into crowns.
Meaning
The word ‘gowan’ typically signifies a flower, especially the daisy, often associated with spring and meadows. It can also be used more broadly to denote beauty and simplicity in nature.
Synonyms
- daisy
- wildflower
- floret
