mimosa
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/mɪˈmoʊsə/
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/mɪˈməʊsə/
sensitive plant or cocktail
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mimosa' originates from the Latin word 'mimosa,' which is derived from the Greek word 'mimos,' meaning 'mimic' or 'actor,' referring to the plant's sensitive movement.
Historical Evolution
'mimosa' was borrowed from the New Latin term 'mimosa,' which was used to describe the plant genus.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the plant genus, but over time it also came to describe a popular cocktail.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a tropical plant or shrub of the genus Mimosa, known for its sensitive leaves that fold when touched.
The mimosa plant is fascinating to watch as its leaves close when touched.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/07 08:24