flower Definition
the seed-bearing part of a plant, consisting of reproductive organs (stamens and carpels) that are typically surrounded by a brightly colored corolla (petals) and a green calyx (sepals).
Using flower: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flower" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The garden was full of colorful flowers.
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She wore a flower in her hair.
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He gave her a bouquet of flowers for her birthday.
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The cherry tree is in full flower.
flower Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using flower
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Despite the scandal, he managed to come up smelling of roses.
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After years of working hard, she decided to stop and smell the roses.
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She thought that moving to a bigger city would make her happier, but soon realized that the grass is always greener on the other side.
Phrases with flower
a movement in the 1960s advocating peace and love and the rejection of mainstream values
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The hippie culture of the 1960s was characterized by flower power.
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The rose bushes are in flower.
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The university attracts the flower of the country's youth.
Origins of flower
from Old French 'flor', from Latin 'flos', meaning 'blossom, flower'
Summary: flower in Brief
A 'flower' [ˈflaʊər] is the reproductive part of a plant, consisting of stamens, carpels, petals, and sepals. It is often brightly colored and used for decoration or symbolism. Examples include 'The garden was full of colorful flowers.' and 'He gave her a bouquet of flowers for her birthday.' Phrases like 'flower power' and idioms like 'stop to smell the roses' extend the concept of flowers into cultural and social contexts.
