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Cowslip [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1828

A plant of the genus Primula, or primrose, of several varieties. The American cowship belongs to the genus Dodecatheon; the Jerusalem and mountain cowslip to the genus Pulmonaria.

Cowslip [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1913

1. A common flower in England (Primula veris) having yellow blossoms and appearing in early spring. It is often cultivated in the United States.

2. In the United States, the marsh marigold (Caltha palustris), appearing in wet places in early spring and often used as a pot herb. It is nearer to a buttercup than to a true cowslip. See Illust. of Marsh marigold.

Cowslipped [Adjective] Webster's Dictionary 1913

Adorned with cowslips.