clover
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/ˈkloʊvər/
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/ˈkləʊvə/
three-lobed plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clover' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'clāfre', where 'clāfre' meant 'clover'.
Historical Evolution
'clāfre' changed from Old English word 'clāfre' and eventually became the modern English word 'clover'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a plant with three-lobed leaves', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small plant with three-lobed leaves, often found in fields and lawns, known for its association with good luck when a four-leaf variant is found.
The field was covered in clover.
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Last updated: 2025/07/22 22:47