daffodil

noun

daf·​fo·​dil ˈda-fə-ˌdil 

: any of various perennial bulbous herbs (genus Narcissus) of the amaryllis family

especially : one whose flowers have a large corona elongated into a trumpet compare jonquil, narcissus

Examples of daffodil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On the second floor of the show, Grief/Spring (2024), a 12-by-9-inch still life of daffodils in a vase, is the sole work in a gallery alcove, allowing for an intimate viewing moment. —Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2024

With mild winter temps, daffodils have already bloomed in many parts of Wisconsin. —Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2024

As snow and freezing temps return after daffodils emerge, their growth will be delayed. —Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2024

The dress, in a shade of plum purple, featured an array of flowers including tulips, daffodils and honeysuckle. —Julia Teti, WWD, 6 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from Dutch de affodil the asphodel

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

daffodil

noun

daf·​fo·​dil ˈdaf-ə-ˌdil 

: any of various herbs that produce long slender leaves and flowers from an overwintering bulb in the spring

especially : one with petals whose inner parts are arranged to form a trumpet-shaped tube compare jonquil, narcissus