poppy

pop-py · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A flowering plant of the genus Papaver, typically with showy red, orange, or white flowers.

  2. 2.

    A deep red color, like that of a red poppy.

  3. 3.

    A flower worn as a symbol of remembrance for fallen soldiers.

Forms

plural: poppies

Related words

Synonyms: flower

Etymology

From Old English popæg, popig, from Latin papaver ("poppy").