marguerite

noun

mar·​gue·​rite ˌmär-gə-ˈrēt 

-gyə-

1

: daisy sense 1b

2

: any of various single-flowered chrysanthemums

especially : one (Argyranthemum frutescens synonym Chrysanthemum frutescens) of the Canary Islands

Examples of marguerite in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For this pretty table display, wrap a rubber band around a votive holder and tuck in a bright marguerite bloom, then place it in a small dish with water. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Mar. 2023

Lightly trim azaleas, fuchsias and marguerites for bushier plants. —Debbie Arrington, sacbee.com, 26 May 2017

Word History

Etymology

French, from Middle French margarite pearl, daisy — more at margarite

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1