Trefoil

usgb/ˈtrefɔɪl/
noun

A plant with three-lobed (or three-parted) leaves, like a clover.

In the meadow, you can find many trefoils growing between the grass.
Visual representation of "trefoil" - A plant with three-lobed (or three-parted) leaves, like a clover.

Often appears as...

  • red trefoil
  • yellow trefoil
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Botanical term

Used in botany to describe a specific leaf shape. Helpful for scientific and gardening discussions.

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The botanist pointed out the trefoil configuration in the plant sample.
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Nature imagery

Evokes natural settings and is often associated with fields or meadows.

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Children enjoyed finding trefoils on their nature walk.
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Symbol of luck

A trefoil, especially a clover, is often considered a symbol of good fortune.

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She wore a trefoil pendant for luck.
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