flower

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈflaʊ.ə/
/ˈflaʊ.ɚ/
/ˈfləʊə/
/ˈfloʊɚ/
Noun
13 definition(s)
1 Definition

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 Definition

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 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • We transplanted the flowers to a larger pot.
4 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • The dogwoods are in flower this week.
5 Definition

(hypocoristic) The vulva, especially the labia majora.

6 Definition

The best examples or representatives of a group.

Example Sentences
  • We selected the flower of the applicants.
7 Definition

The best state of things; the prime.

Example Sentences
  • She was in the flower of her life.
8 Definition

Flour.

9 Definition

(in the plural) A substance in the form of a powder, especially when condensed from sublimation.

Example Sentences
  • the flowers of sulphur
10 Definition

A figure of speech; an ornament of style.

11 Definition

Ornamental type used chiefly for borders around pages, cards, etc.

12 Definition

(in the plural) Menstrual discharges.

13 Definition

Something that flows, such as a river.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To put forth blooms.

Example Sentences
  • This plant flowers in June.
2 Definition

To decorate with pictures of flowers.

3 Definition

To reach a state of full development or achievement.

4 Definition

To froth; to ferment gently, as new beer.

5 Definition

To come off as flowers by sublimation.