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flower

|flow/er|

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/ˈflaʊər/

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/ˈflaʊə/

blooming plant part

Etymology
Etymology Information

'flower' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'flor,' where 'flor' meant 'blossom or bloom.'

Historical Evolution

'flor' changed from the Old French word 'flor' and eventually became the modern English word 'flower.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'blossom or bloom,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the reproductive structure in flowering plants, typically consisting of petals, sepals, stamens, and carpels.

The garden was full of colorful flowers.

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Verb 1

to produce flowers; to bloom.

The cherry trees flower in spring.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35