First Known Use: 1664
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jonquil
noun jon·quil \ˈjän-kwəl, ˈjäŋ-\
Definition of JONQUIL
: a Mediterranean perennial bulbous herb (Narcissus jonquilla) of the amaryllis family with long linear leaves that is widely cultivated for its yellow or white fragrant short-tubed clustered flowers — compare daffodil
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Origin of JONQUIL
French jonquille, from Spanish junquillo, diminutive of junco reed, from Latin juncus
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jonquil
noun jon·quil \ˈjän-kwəl, ˈjäŋ-\
Definition of JONQUIL for Kids
: a plant related to the daffodil but with fragrant yellow or white flowers with a short central tube
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