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

Try planting fragrant ‘Minnow’ and ‘Actaea,’ also known as Poet’s daffodil. —Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2024

Keep in mind that early blooming bulbs like snowdrops, crocuses, and early flowering daffodils should be planted early in fall, starting by the second half of September. —Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024

Marigolds, daffodils, and chrysanthemums are a few of the most popular. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2024

Plant daffodil and hyacinth bulbs in the fall once ground temperatures remain stable around 60 degrees F. Many daffodil and hyacinth varieties will multiply and put on a springtime show for several years. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 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