flower

flow-er · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The reproductive part of a plant, typically having colorful petals and producing seeds.

  2. 2.

    A state of blooming or flourishing.

  3. 3.

    (as verb) To produce flowers; to bloom.

  4. 4.

    (figurative) The finest or best part of something.

Forms

plural: flowers

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    in flower — currently blooming
  • •
    flower of youth — the prime of life
  • •
    say it with flowers — express feelings through giving flowers

Related words

See also: bloom, blossom, flowers, plant
Synonyms: bloom, blossom, bud

Etymology

From Old French flor ("flower, blossom"), from Latin florem, accusative of flos ("flower, blossom").