wildflower
noun
wild·flow·er
ˈwī(-ə)ld-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 
: the flower of a wild or uncultivated plant or the plant bearing it
Examples of wildflower in a Sentence
a field full of wildflowers
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Glossy water trails in the swamp mirror images of the wildflowers and trees on its banks.
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Sheeka Sanahori, Outside, 11 Nov. 2025
Spring brings wildflowers and quieter trails, while winter transforms the landscape into a snowy wonderland, ideal for snowshoeing and photography.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
The back porch, complete with an outdoor tub, looked out onto rolling hills without a soul in sight, while inside featured a stunning bouquet of wildflowers, fresh-baked sourdough with butter, cheese and jam and — my favorite part — a jar of chocolate chip cookies.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Now the wetlands, woods, wildflower meadows and river views, which are managed and protected by River Fields conservancy, are open for the public to enjoy from dawn to dusk.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Oct. 2025
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Sheeka Sanahori, Outside, 11 Nov. 2025
Spring brings wildflowers and quieter trails, while winter transforms the landscape into a snowy wonderland, ideal for snowshoeing and photography.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
The back porch, complete with an outdoor tub, looked out onto rolling hills without a soul in sight, while inside featured a stunning bouquet of wildflowers, fresh-baked sourdough with butter, cheese and jam and — my favorite part — a jar of chocolate chip cookies.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Now the wetlands, woods, wildflower meadows and river views, which are managed and protected by River Fields conservancy, are open for the public to enjoy from dawn to dusk.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Oct. 2025
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“Wildflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wildflower. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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