snapdragon

noun

snap·​drag·​on ˈsnap-ˌdra-gən 

: any of a genus (Antirrhinum of the family Plantaginaceae, the plantain family) of herbs having showy tubular flowers with two-lipped coronas

especially : a widely cultivated one (A. majus) of Mediterranean origin having usually pink, red, yellow, or white flowers

Illustration of snapdragon

Examples of snapdragon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Consider pairing with thrillers like airy purple fountain grass, spiky snapdragons, or canna lilies for a tropical twist. —Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026

The two-lipped flowers resemble snapdragons and are self-cleaning, providing months of blooms with little work. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 May 2026

Give Mom a bright mix of spring flowers, including chrysanthemums, snapdragons, lilies, and roses. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026

Take inspiration from this sweet and simple arrangement and pair white grocery store roses with fragrant white snapdragons, delicate white sweet peas, and clusters of small flowers like white, daisy-like feverfew. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

from the fancied resemblance of the flowers to the face of a dragon

First Known Use

1573, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for snapdragon

• anlagen
• bandwagon
• agone
• dragon
• lagan
• waggon
• wagon
• procollagen

Kids Definition

snapdragon

noun

snap·​drag·​on ˈsnap-ˌdrag-ən 

: a widely grown herb having showy usually pink, red, white, or yellow two-lipped flowers