flower head

noun

: a capitulum (as of a composite) having sessile flowers so arranged that the whole inflorescence looks like a single flower

Examples of flower head in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Pinching mums encourages them to branch more, which gives a fuller appearance and, eventually, more flower heads. Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2024 Removing spent flower heads helps direct plant energy to this leaf growth rather than seed production. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024 The bold, long-lasting flower heads stand strong through wind, snow, and ice to decorate the landscape until the following spring. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2024 Smooth Hydrangea Loose, delicate flower heads give smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) an informal appearance. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for flower head 

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Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flower head was in 1842

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“Flower head.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flower%20head. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

flower head

noun
: a tight cluster of small flowers without stems that are arranged so that the whole looks like a single flower
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