marigold

noun
UK /ˈmærɪɡəʊld/
US /ˈmærɪɡoʊld/

A marigold is a bright yellow or orange flower that grows in gardens.

The garden was full of orange marigolds in the summer.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A strong yellow-orange color, like the flower.

She painted the wall a warm marigold.

3. Any of several plants with golden or orange flowers, especially the pot marigold used in herbal remedies.

He made a soothing cream from marigold petals.

4. A name sometimes given to a golden coin or something shiny and golden.

The old marigold coins gleamed in the box.