flower (Meaning)
flower (n)
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
flower (v)
produce or yield flowers
flower (n.)
In the popular sense, the bloom or blossom of a plant; the showy portion, usually of a different color, shape, and texture from the foliage.
That part of a plant destined to produce seed, and hence including one or both of the sexual organs; an organ or combination of the organs of reproduction, whether inclosed by a circle of foliar parts or not. A complete flower consists of two essential parts, the stamens and the pistil, and two floral envelopes, the corolla and callyx. In mosses the flowers consist of a few special leaves surrounding or subtending organs called archegonia. See Blossom, and Corolla.
The fairest, freshest, and choicest part of anything; as, the flower of an army, or of a family; the state or time of freshness and bloom; as, the flower of life, that is, youth.
Grain pulverized; meal; flour.
A substance in the form of a powder, especially when condensed from sublimation; as, the flowers of sulphur.
A figure of speech; an ornament of style.
Ornamental type used chiefly for borders around pages, cards, etc.
Menstrual discharges.
flower (v. i.)
To blossom; to bloom; to expand the petals, as a plant; to produce flowers; as, this plant flowers in June.
To come into the finest or fairest condition.
To froth; to ferment gently, as new beer.
To come off as flowers by sublimation.
flower (v. t.)
To embellish with flowers; to adorn with imitated flowers; as, flowered silk.
Synonyms & Antonyms of flower
Synonyms:
- spray
- floret
- bouquet
- posy
- boutonniere
- floweret
- garland
- arrangement
- corsage
- flowerette
- wreath
- nosegay
- lei
Antonyms:
flower Sentence Examples
- The garden teemed with vibrant flowers, their petals a kaleidoscope of colors.
- The rose's delicate flower exuded an enchanting fragrance that permeated the air.
- The wildflowers swayed gracefully in the summer breeze, forming a tapestry of nature's artistry.
- The bouquet of flowers brought a smile to her face, its vibrant blooms brightening her home.
- The blooming tree was covered in a profusion of flowers, its branches laden with their fragrant sweetness.
- The meadow was ablaze with wildflowers, their petals painting the landscape in hues of gold, purple, and blue.
- The sunflower's massive flower faced the sun, its petals reaching towards its golden rays.
- The orchid's exotic flower was a masterpiece of nature, its intricate patterns and vibrant colors mesmerizing.
- The cherry blossom tree's delicate flowers fluttered in the wind, creating a shower of pink petals.
- The lotus flower emerged from the muddy waters, its pristine flower a symbol of purity and transcendence.
FAQs About the word flower
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms, reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts, the period of greatest pro
bloom, blossom,bud, spray,floret, bouquet, posy, boutonniere, floweret, garland
decline, bottom,decay, decay, downfall, bottom, decline, downfall, withering, wilting
The garden teemed with vibrant flowers, their petals a kaleidoscope of colors.
The rose's delicate flower exuded an enchanting fragrance that permeated the air.
The wildflowers swayed gracefully in the summer breeze, forming a tapestry of nature's artistry.
The bouquet of flowers brought a smile to her face, its vibrant blooms brightening her home.
