Snapdragon/ˈsnæpdræɡən/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Visual Imagery Picture the flower's shape resembling a dragon's open mouth to remember its appearance. The snapdragon's petals remind me of a mythic dragon. Pro Tip 2/3Gardening Verb Use verbs related to gardening when talking about snapdragons to emphasize their nature. I need to prune the snapdragons to keep them healthy. Pro Tip 3/3Seasonal Context Snapdragons are often discussed in relation to spring and summer, when they bloom. Spring is here; the snapdragons will soon be in full bloom.