wildflower

noun

wild·​flow·​er ˈwī(-ə)ld-ˌflau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce wildflower (audio)
: 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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In late spring, the Badlands transform with green grasses and blooming wildflowers, perfect for photographers and nature enthusiasts. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025 The trail passes through burn areas from massive wildfires, now sprinkled with young lodgepole pines and wildflowers. Outside, 4 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 See All Example Sentences for wildflower

Word History

First Known Use

1620, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wildflower was in 1620

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“Wildflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wildflower. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.

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wildflower

noun
wild·​flower
-ˌflau̇(-ə)r
: the flower of a wild plant or the plant bearing it

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