pussytoes

English

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 (normally plural, singular pussytoe)

  1. 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.

References

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