snowdrop

noun

snow·​drop ˈsnō-ˌdräp 

: a bulbous European herb (Galanthus nivalis) of the amaryllis family bearing nodding white flowers that often appear while the snow is on the ground

Examples of snowdrop in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The only exceptions are bulbs that naturally grow in wetlands or marshes or tolerate wet soil, such as snowdrops, fritillaria, and camassia. — Nadia Hassani, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2026

Smaller bulbs like snowdrops and crocuses can be planted closer. — The Spruce, 15 Oct. 2026

Daffodils, alliums, crocuses and snowdrops are somewhat more tolerant of clay soil than other bulbs. — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026

In January, the long-lasting carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) and the delicate, early-blooming snowdrop (Galanthus) symbolize admiration and rebirth. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for snowdrop

• atop
• backdrop
• backstop
• bebop
• blacktop
• bookshop
• clatsop
• desktop
• eavesdrop
• estop
• hardtop
• hilltop

Kids Definition

snowdrop

noun

snow·​drop -ˌdräp 

: a European plant that is related to the amaryllises and produces nodding white flowers that often appear while snow is still on the ground