tansy
2 synonyms for tansy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A herb with clusters of small yellow flowers, traditionally used in old-fashioned remedies and cooking.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
scented fern
golden buttons
Etymology
From Old French tanesie, ultimately from Medieval Latin tanacetum, a word of uncertain origin possibly linked to the Greek for "immortality" — a nod to the plant's long-lasting flowers.
Full origin of tansy →Frequently asked questions
What does “tansy” mean?
The word “tansy” means a herb with clusters of small yellow flowers, traditionally used in old-fashioned remedies and cooking. In plain terms, a yellow-flowered herb once common in traditional medicine and cooking, now mostly grown ornamentally.
How do you pronounce “tansy”?
“Tansy” is pronounced TANZEE (/ˈtæn.zi/ in IPA).
How do you use “tansy” in a sentence?
Here is “tansy” used in a sentence: “Tansy grows wild along the roadside with its flat yellow flower heads.”
What part of speech is “tansy”?
“Tansy” is a noun.
Where does the word “tansy” come from?
The word “tansy” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French tanesie, ultimately from Medieval Latin tanacetum, a word of uncertain origin possibly linked to the Greek for "immortality" — a nod to the plant's long-lasting flowers.
