Definition of blossom
1a : the flower of a seed plant apple blossoms; also : the mass of such flowers on a single plantb : the state of bearing flowers
2 : a peak period or stage of development
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Examples of blossom in a Sentence
Her hair smelled of apple blossoms.
in the full blossom of her career as a writer
Origin and Etymology of blossom
Middle English blosme, from Old English blōstm; akin to Old English blōwan
First Known Use: before 12th century
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Definition of blossom
Examples of blossom in a Sentence
Their friendship blossomed into romance.
the fruit tree seemed to blossom overnight once the warm spring weather arrived
Before 12th Century
First Known Use of blossom
before 12th century
Other Botany Terms
BLOSSOM Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of blossom for English Language Learners
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: a flower especially of a fruit tree
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Definition of blossom for English Language Learners
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: to produce flowers
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: to change, grow, and develop fully
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