mimosa
English
/mɪˈməʊ.sə/, /mɪˈmoʊ.sə/
noun
Definitions
- (botany) 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.
- Albizia species (silk tree, ).
- Acacia species.
- A cocktail consisting of half champagne and half orange juice.
Etymology
Derived from Latin mimosa, mimus (mime actor, mime).
Origin
Latin
mimus
Gloss
mime actor, mime