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unbloomed

|un-bloomed|

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/ʌnˈbluːmd/

(unbloom)

not in bloom

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleComparativeSuperlativeAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'unbloomed' originates from English, specifically the prefix 'un-' (from Old English 'un-') meaning 'not', plus the word 'bloom' from Old English 'blōma'/'blōwan' meaning 'flower'/'to bloom'.

Historical Evolution

'unbloomed' changed from Middle English combinations such as 'unblome'/'unblomed' and eventually became the Modern English form 'unbloomed'.

Meaning Changes

Initially it meant 'not flowering' and over time this basic meaning has remained essentially unchanged into modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not yet in flower; not having opened into bloom.

The unbloomed tulips were carefully packed for transport.

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Last updated: 2025/10/03 01:31