Main Entry: cow·slip

Pronunciation: \ˈkau̇-ˌslip\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English cowslyppe, from Old English cūslyppe, literally, cow dung, from cū cow + slypa, slyppe paste

Date: before 12th century

1 : a common European primrose (Primula veris) with fragrant yellow flowers
2 : marsh marigold