Definition of buttercup
: any of a genus (Ranunculus of the family Ranunculaceae, the buttercup family) of herbs with yellow or white flowers and alternate leaves
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Or have their dusty nethers rejuvenated like buttercups overflowing in a spring shower?
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First Known Use of buttercup
1777
BUTTERCUP Defined for English Language Learners
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: a wild plant that has small yellow flowers that are shaped like cups
BUTTERCUP Defined for Kids
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: a common wildflower with bright yellow blossoms
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