perpetual-flowering
|per-pet-u-al-flow-er-ing|
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/pərˈpɛtʃuəl ˈflaʊərɪŋ/
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/pəˈpɛtʃuəl ˈflaʊərɪŋ/
continuous blooming
Etymology
Etymology Information
'perpetual-flowering' originates from the combination of 'perpetual,' meaning 'never-ending,' and 'flowering,' meaning 'producing flowers.'
Historical Evolution
'Perpetual' comes from the Latin word 'perpetuus,' and 'flowering' is derived from the Old English 'blōwan,' meaning 'to bloom.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'continuously blooming,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a plant that blooms continuously or repeatedly throughout the growing season.
The perpetual-flowering rose is a favorite among gardeners for its long-lasting blooms.
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Last updated: 2025/05/28 06:01