Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dente-de-leão

noun

den-teh deh leh-ahn

Definition

A common flowering plant known for its bright yellow flowers and fluffy seed heads.

Examples

The dente-de-leão is often used in herbal teas for its health benefits.
Children love to blow on the dente-de-leão’s seed heads to release the seeds into the air.
In the spring, the bright yellow dente-de-leão flowers bloom across the fields.

Meaning

The term ‘dente-de-leão’ refers to the dandelion, which is often found in gardens and meadows, characterized by its jagged leaves and a strong taproot.