pussytoes
English
Flowers of pussytoes.
Alternative forms
- pussy-toes, pussy's toes
Etymology
From pussy + toes: named for the way the cluster of flower heads resembles the pads that make up the paw of a cat.
Noun
pussytoes pl (plural only)
- Any of several species of composite flower in the genus Antennaria, known for their clusters of white fluffy flower heads.
Usage notes
The plural is more common than the singular pussytoe, even when referring to a single plant.
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