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flowery

|flow/er/y|

B2

/ˈflaʊəri/

ornate or floral

Etymology
Etymology Information

'flowery' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'floury,' where 'flour' meant 'flower.'

Historical Evolution

'floury' changed from the Old French word 'floré' and eventually became the modern English word 'flowery.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'full of flowers,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'ornate or elaborate in style.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

decorated with or covered in flowers.

The garden was full of flowery bushes.

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Adjective 2

(Of language) full of elaborate or literary words and phrases.

His speech was too flowery for the occasion.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45