primrose

Definition

A flowering plant of the genus Primula.

Etymology

From Middle English primerose, from Old French primerose, from Medieval Latin prima (“first”) + rosa (“rose”). The reason it was called this might be that some primroses are among the first flowers to bloom in the spring.

Example Sentences

• "A mile or so further on is the intermediate station of Ryhall, smothered with primroses in the season, and at all times a veritable flower garden."
• "Here is spring were celandine, marsh marigold, wind-flower, primrose, cowslip and dog's violet."

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