Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mayflower
Noun
/ˈmeɪflaʊər/
Definition
A type of plant and also a term associated with the famous ship that carried Pilgrims to America.
Examples
- The mayflower, an early bloomer, brightens the landscape in spring.
- Many people learn about the journey of the Mayflower ship in American history classes.
Meaning
In botany, the mayflower refers to several flowering plants that bloom in May. It can also refer to the historical Mayflower ship.
Synonyms
- Flowering plant
- Blossom
- May lily (for certain species)
