proserpina

/prəˈsɛrpɪnə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

the Roman goddess of spring growth and daughter of Ceres and Jupiter

“In the Roman mythology, Proserpina was abducted by Pluto and became the queen of the underworld.”

2. noun

a flower, particularly the Proserpina or wild geranium, often associated with Persephone

“The Proserpina bloomed in the field, symbolizing the arrival of spring.”

Synonyms

  • Ceres
  • Persephone
  • geranium

Antonyms

  • Autumn
  • Winter