WAKEROBIN Meaning and
Definition
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Wakerobin is a noun that refers to a flowering plant, specifically a type of trillium, belonging to the Melanthiaceae family. Scientifically known as Trillium erectum, it is native to eastern North America and is primarily found in deciduous forests. The term "wakerobin" is derived from its blooming pattern, as the plant flowers in early spring around the time of Robin Hood's feast day (April 29th). The common name "wakerobin" is also attributed to the fact that the flowers often open before the leaves fully emerge, appearing as if they are rousing from sleep.
The wakerobin plant typically grows up to a foot in height, with three broad, ovate leaves that form a whorl at the top of a single stem. The solitary flower, which emerges above the leaves, possesses three dark red petals. These petals often fade to a purplish color as the flower ages. Additionally, wakerobins produce a peculiar odor that attracts insects, particularly flies, which act as pollinators.
Wakerobin flowers have been used in traditional medicine by Native American tribes, who employed them as a remedy for various ailments, including infections and digestive disorders. The plant's roots were also utilized to induce sweating and alleviate fever symptoms. However, due to its slow growth and declining populations in many areas, wakerobin is now protected in several states and is considered endangered or threatened in some regions.
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A plant having acrid proPerties, and whose root yields a starchy matter, familiarly called Jack-in-the-box, from the peculiar arrangement of the parts of its flower.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for WAKEROBIN
- qakerobin
- aakerobin
- sakerobin
- eakerobin
- 3akerobin
- 2akerobin
- wzkerobin
- wskerobin
- wwkerobin
- wqkerobin
- wajerobin
- wamerobin
- walerobin
- waoerobin
- waierobin
- wakwrobin
- waksrobin
- wakdrobin
- wakrrobin
- wak4robin
Etymology of WAKEROBIN
The word "wakerobin" has an interesting etymology. It is believed to derive from Middle English and Old English roots.
The first part of the word, "wake", originates from Middle English "wakien" which means "to wake or watch". The term "wake" was used to describe a vigil or watch kept over a corpse before burial. This sense of "wake" is also present in phrases like "wake-up call" or "wake the dead".
The second part of the word, "robin", comes from Old English "robin", which is a diminutive form of the name Robert. The name "Robin" was commonly used as a generic name for small birds in Middle English, as it still is today.
