windflower

noun

wind·​flow·​er ˈwin(d)-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: anemone sense 1

Examples of windflower in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Bulbs that do well in shadier areas include snowdrops, winter aconite, and Grecian windflower. — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026

The Japanese Anemone, also known as windflower or Japanese thimbleweed, is a low-maintenance flower that can attract pollinators to your garden. — Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 2 Aug. 2026

White, lavender, or pink flowers dance in the wind on tall, wiry stems, giving the plant one of its common names, windflower. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026

Anemones, often referred to as windflowers, are cherished for their simple yet striking beauty and are frequently compared to poppies. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1551, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for windflower

• airpower
• brainpower
• devour
• empower
• firepower
• horsepower
• manpower
• mayflower
• safflower
• sunflower
• wallflower
• watchtower

Kids Definition

windflower

noun

wind·​flow·​er -ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: anemone sense 1