coltsfoot
4 synonyms for coltsfoot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A plant with yellow flowers, Tussilago farfara, that grows in Europe and the Middle East.
Synonyms
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Rare, literary or technical
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beetleweed
wandflower
galax
How to use coltsfoot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a patch of coltsfoot
coltsfoot flowers
wild coltsfoot
It is a plain botanical name, used by gardeners and naturalists.
Etymology
The word comes from Middle English forms such as coltisfote. It is made up of colt, an -s- and foot.
Full origin of coltsfoot →Frequently asked questions
What is coltsfoot?
Coltsfoot is a herbaceous plant, Tussilago farfara, found in Europe and the Middle East.
What is the plural of coltsfoot?
The plural is coltsfoots or coltsfeet.
Why is it called coltsfoot?
The name comes from colt and foot, joined in Middle English.
