Definition of MIMOSA

mimosa

Meanings

Plural: mimosae, mimosas

Noun

  • evergreen Australasian tree having white or silvery bark and young leaves and yellow flowers
  • any of various tropical shrubs or trees of the genus Mimosa having usually yellow flowers and compound leaves
  • a mixed drink containing champagne and orange juice
  • A plant belonging to the genus Mimosa usually found in tropical climates, their leaves are usually prickly and sensitive to touch or light, and have small white or pink flowers.
  • Certain plants of the genus Albizia (silk tree, pink siris).
  • Certain plants of the genus Acacia.
  • A cocktail consisting of half champagne and half orange juice.

Origin / Etymology

From New Latin mimosa, from Latin mimus (“mime, actor”), referring to Mimosa pudica and its habit of shrinking back when touched. The cocktail is named after the bright yellow, fragrant flowers of the mimosa Acacia dealbata.

Synonyms

Acacia dealbata, buck's fizz, silver wattle

Scrabble Score: 10

mimosa is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
mimosa is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
mimosa is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

mimosa is a valid Words With Friends word