wallflower
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noun \ˈwȯl-ˌflau̇(-ə)r\Definition of WALLFLOWER
1
a : any of several Old World perennial herbs (genus Cheiranthus) of the mustard family; especially : a hardy erect herb (C. cheiri) widely cultivated for its showy fragrant flowers b : any of a related genus (Erysimum) of herbs with showy flowers
2
a : a person who from shyness or unpopularity remains on the sidelines of a social activity (as a dance) b : a shy or reserved person
See Examples of WALLFLOWER
- <there were too many wallflowers at the party, so things never really got lively>
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First Known Use of WALLFLOWER
1577
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- shrinking violet, introvert
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