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florist

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noun flo·rist \ˈflȯr-ist, ˈflär-\

Simple Definition of florist

  • : a person whose job or business is to sell flowers and plants

Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary

Full Definition of florist

  1. :  a person who sells or grows for sale flowers and ornamental plants

floristry

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1623

First Known Use of florist

1623

FLORIST Defined for Kids

florist

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noun flo·rist \ˈflȯr-əst\

Definition of florist for Students

  1. :  a person who sells flowers and houseplants



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