bluebonnet

noun

blue·​bon·​net ˈblü-ˌbä-nət 

1

a

: a wide flat round cap of blue wool formerly worn in Scotland

b

: one that wears such a cap

specifically : scot

2

: either of two low-growing annual lupines (Lupinus subcarnosus or L. texensis) of Texas with silky foliage and blue flowers

Examples of bluebonnet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To better appreciate the beauty of Texas favorites such as bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, poppies, black-eyed Susans and coneflowers, take a stroll on the half-mile walking trail through the gardens, butterfly garden and vineyards. —Patti Nickell, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025

Visit in spring for a chance to see the road lined with tall and lanky Big Bend bluebonnets. —Eva Frederick, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025

Avoid walking through tall grass, rocky areas, or other places where snakes may hide, such as wildflower or bluebonnet patches. —Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 31 July 2025

The Lizzy McGuire actress shared a statement decorated with bluebonnets — the state flower of Texas — on Instagram. —Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 7 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1568, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for bluebonnet

• propionate
• sonnet

Kids Definition

bluebonnet

noun

blue·​bon·​net ˈblü-ˌbän-ət 

: a low-growing annual lupine of Texas with silky leaves and blue flowers