sunflower

noun

sun·​flow·​er ˈsən-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of a genus (Helianthus, especially H. annuus) of New World composite plants with large yellow-rayed flower heads bearing edible seeds that yield an edible oil

Examples of sunflower in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are extra-healthy twists on standard breakfast fare, such as buckwheat or chickpea pancakes and mung bean porridge, as well as savory dishes like hummus toast with sunflower seed cheese, radish salad, and pomegranate. —Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025

If pistachios disrupt your digestion, Connell said that almonds, walnuts and sunflower seeds work just as well. —Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025

Trail Mix Combine your favorite nuts and seeds like almonds, cashews, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 25 Sep. 2025

Spring can bring tulips in window boxes, while summer shines with sunflowers and ferns. —Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sunflower

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Kids Definition

sunflower

noun

sun·​flow·​er -ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of a genus of tall herbs that are often grown for their large showy flower heads with yellow ray flowers and for their oil-rich seeds