noun
- Plural of dragonhead; plants of the genus Dracocephalum, having flowers that resemble a dragon's head.
- Decorative or sculptural representations of a dragon's head, often used as architectural ornaments or ship figureheads.
Usage: botanical term; commonly used in gardening and horticulture
Usage: historical; architectural
Examples
- The gardener planted dragonheads along the border for their striking purple flowers.
- Dragonheads are popular in cottage gardens because they attract pollinators.
- The Viking ship featured ornate dragonheads carved at the bow and stern.
- Medieval castles often displayed stone dragonheads as decorative waterspouts.
- She grew dragonheads from seed and was pleased with how quickly they established.