flower
[ˈflaʊə]
n
a bloom or blossom on a plant.a plant that bears blooms or blossoms
the reproductive structure of angiosperm plants, consisting normally of stamens and carpels surrounded by petals and sepals all borne on the receptacle (one or more of these structures may be absent). In some plants it is conspicuous and brightly coloured and attracts insects or other animals for pollination
any similar reproductive structure in other plants
the prime; peak
in the flower of his youth
the choice or finest product, part, or representative
the flower of the young men
a decoration or embellishment
a type ornament, used with others in borders, chapter headings, etc
Also called: fleuron an embellishment or ornamental symbol depicting a flower
fine powder, usually produced by sublimation
flowers of sulphur
vb
to produce flowers; bloom
to reach full growth or maturity
to deck or decorate with flowers or floral designs
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