silver fern

• Phrase désignant le cyathe argenté, une espèce de fougère originaire de Nouvelle-Zélande, qui est un symbole national représenté sur les armoiries du pays, les uniformes sportifs et d'autres emblèmes.

A phrase referring to the silver fern, a species of fern native to New Zealand, which is a national symbol and appears on the country's coat of arms, sports uniforms, and other emblems.

1. National symbol of New ZealandB1formal

   A fern species (Cyathea dealbata) with silvery-white undersides to its fronds, used as a national emblem of New Zealand.

   fougère argentée

   • The silver fern is a prominent symbol on the New Zealand rugby team's jersey.
   • Many New Zealanders wear the silver fern as a badge of national pride.
   • The silver fern appears on the country's coat of arms and currency.

2. Sporting emblemB1informal

   A stylized representation of the silver fern used as the logo for various New Zealand national sports teams.

   Fougère argentée (emblème sportif)

   • The All Blacks' uniform features the iconic silver fern.
   • The silver fern is a powerful symbol in New Zealand sports culture.
   • Fans waved flags with the silver fern during the match.