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Definition of larkspur

larkspur

/ˈlɑːrk.spɜːr/
lark · spur
Plural:larkspurs
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larkspur Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Any of various widely cultivated plants of the genus Delphinium (or formerly Consolida) in the buttercup family, native to the Northern Hemisphere and high mountains of tropical Africa, characterized by tall spikes of showy, spurred flowers that are typically blue, pink, or white.

Example

"The gardener planted a striking border of tall blue larkspurs to add vertical interest to the landscape."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 1570s, from 'lark' (the bird) and 'spur', so named because the horn-shaped nectary of the flower was thought to resemble the long, straight hind claw of a lark.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Larkspur. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/larkspur
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