terminal-blooming
|ter-mi-nal-bloom-ing|
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/ˈtɜːrmɪnəl ˈbluːmɪŋ/
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/ˈtɜːmɪnəl ˈbluːmɪŋ/
end-flowering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'terminal-blooming' originates from the combination of 'terminal,' meaning 'end' or 'extremity,' and 'blooming,' meaning 'producing flowers.'
Historical Evolution
'Terminal' and 'blooming' have been used in botanical contexts since the 19th century to describe flowering patterns.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'producing flowers at the end,' and this meaning has remained consistent in botanical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a plant that produces flowers at the end of a stem or branch.
The terminal-blooming plant added a vibrant touch to the garden.
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Last updated: 2025/07/12 00:08