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Definition of molly-blob in English:

molly-blob

noun

English Regional

  • The marsh marigold, Caltha palustris.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Anne Baker (1786–1861), philologist. From Molly, pet-form of the female forename Mary + blob: see discussion s.v. mareblob.

Pronunciation

molly-blob

/ˈmɒliblɒb/