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hawkbit
/ ˈɔːˌɪ /
noun
- any of three composite perennial plants of the genus Leontodon, with yellow dandelion-like flowers and lobed leaves in a rosette, erect or prostrate: found in grassland
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51Թ History and Origins
Origin of hawkbit1
C18: from hawk ( weed ) + ( devil's ) bit
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The hawkbit flies his golden flag From rocky pasture, Bidding his legions never lag Through morning's vasture.
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How sweetly on the autumn scene, When haws are red amid the green, The hawkbit shines with face of cheer, The favorite of the faltering year!
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