mimosa

/mɪˈmoʊzə/

Definitions

1. noun

A cocktail made from champagne and orange juice.

“She ordered a mimosa at the brunch.”

2. noun

A plant of the genus Mimosa, especially the sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica) that folds its leaves in response to touch.

“The mimosa plants grew rapidly in the warm climate.”

3. noun

A genus of legume trees and shrubs.

“The species in the genus Mimosa are diverse.”

4. verb

To make or serve a mimosa.

“She mimosaed for the crowd at the bar.”

5. verb

To cause something to fold or close in response to touch.

“The leaves mimosaed in response to the gentle breeze.”

Synonyms

  • champagne cocktail
  • orange champagne

Antonyms

  • bitter cocktail
  • unsweet drink