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petalled

|pet-al-led|

/ˈpɛtəl/

(petal)

flower segment

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Etymology

Etymology Information

'petal' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'petalon', where 'petalon' meant 'leaf'.

Historical Evolution

'petal' changed from Modern Latin word 'petalum' (from Greek 'petalon') and was adopted into English in the early 17th century as 'petal'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'leaf' or 'thin plate', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a colored part of a flower'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'petal'.

By noon the blossoms had petalled and many petals lay on the path.

Synonyms

Adjective 1

having petals; described by the number or type of petals (e.g. 'five-petalled').

A five-petalled flower opened in the sunlight.

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Last updated: 2025/12/08 09:12