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Meaning of flower

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

flower

Pronunciation:/ˈflaʊ.ə//ˈflaʊ.ɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A colorful, conspicuous structure associated with angiosperms, frequently scented and attracting various insects, and which may or may not be used for sexual reproduction.

  2. A reproductive structure in angiosperms (flowering plants), often conspicuously colourful and typically including sepals, petals, and either or both stamens and/or a pistil.

  3. A plant that bears flowers, especially a plant that is small and lacks wood.

    Example: We transplanted the flowers to a larger pot.

  4. (usually with in) Of plants, a state of bearing blooms.

    Example: The dogwoods are in flower this week.

verb

Definitions

  1. To put forth blooms.

    Example: This plant flowers in June.

  2. To decorate with pictures of flowers.

  3. To reach a state of full development or achievement.

  4. To froth; to ferment gently, as new beer.