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pansy

/ˈpæn.zi/

noun

Meaning

  • A cultivated flowering plant, derived by hybridization within species Viola tricolor.

  • A deep purple colour, like that of the pansy.

  • Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Junonia. Also called arguses.

  • A male homosexual, especially one who is effeminate.

  • A timid, weak man or boy; a wuss.

Synonyms

mama's boy,
sissy,
friend of Dorothy,
omi-palone,
mama's boy,
nancy boy,
sissy

verb

Meaning

  • (usually with "around" or "about") To mess about; to fail to get things done.

adjective

Meaning

  • Wimpy; spineless; feeble.

  • Of a deep purple colour, like that of the pansy.