marigold

noun

mari·​gold ˈmer-ə-ˌgōld 

1

: pot marigold

2

: any of a genus (Tagetes) of composite herbs with showy usually yellow, orange, or maroon flower heads

Examples of marigold in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Beyond this, annual flowers such as petunias, marigolds, and zinnias can be used to add bursts of color throughout your beds and borders. —William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025

The campaign, represented by L’Oréal International Distribution (LID) and Global SS Beauty Brands, pays tribute to India’s beloved marigold — an essential part of any celebration — while integrating Armani’s signature red tones to transform the mall’s exterior. —Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2025

Deer and rabbits will also steer clear when marigolds are present. —Heather Bien, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025

Bright orange marigolds, dancing skeletons, community ofrenda and sweet pan de muerto are part of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festivities in communities throughout San Diego County. —Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Mary, mother of Jesus + Middle English gold

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing marigold

• bur marigold
• marsh marigold
• pot marigold

Rhymes for marigold

• copyhold
• decontrolled
• hundredfold
• manifold
• oversold
• petioled
• sevenfold
• stranglehold
• subthreshold
• thousandfold
• uncontrolled
• ahold

Kids Definition

marigold

noun

mari·​gold ˈmar-ə-ˌgōld 

ˈmer-

: any of a genus of tropical American herbs related to the daisies and grown for their showy yellow or red and yellow flower heads