Daffodil

/ˈdæfədɪl/ noun

Definition

A spring flower with a bright yellow or white trumpet-shaped center and six petals.

Etymology

From earlier 'affodil', likely from Middle English 'affodyle', influenced by Dutch 'de affodil', from Latin 'asphodelus' (a type of lily). Over time, the 'd' moved to the front, creating 'daffodil'.

Kelly Says

The daffodil is like a little trumpet announcing that winter is ending. Its name wandered through languages and even changed shape in English, showing how words can bloom and transform too.

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